Traveling from Chicago to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Chicago. Check out your options departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) when searching for a flight from Chicago to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG).
Houari Boumediene Airport is located in Algiers. The city operates in the UTC+1 timezone and is 6 hours ahead of Chicago.
To ensure you catch your flight from Chicago to ALG, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
With more travelers during busy periods like August, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will allow for additional wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Fourth of July.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for flights from Chicago to ALG leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The distance from central Chicago to ORD is roughly 25 miles. Check out Google Maps for the quickest route, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
Catching an early flight from Chicago to Houari Boumediene Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near O'Hare International Airport:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Visit family or friends or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Chicago to Houari Boumediene Airport, check out these options when heading out from Chicago Midway International Airport:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
With public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in about 46 minutes. The airport is roughly 12 miles away, and getting there by car will take approximately 21 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before your flight from Chicago to ALG? Unwind in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
About Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
If you have a late flight from Chicago to Houari Boumediene Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near ALG:
Getting from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to central Algiers
From Houari Boumediene Airport, Algiers is approximately 11 miles away. It takes around 22 minutes to get to the center driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
For a one-way ticket from Chicago to Houari Boumediene Airport, $281 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight from just $597. These are the lowest fares right now but could change based on availability.
To score cheap tickets from Chicago to ALG, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Chicago to Houari Boumediene Airport. August is the busiest month for a trip to Algiers. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Algiers is August, with temperatures ranging between 70ºF and 93ºF. Lock in your flights from Chicago to ALG in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from Chicago to Houari Boumediene Airport in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 39ºF and 66ºF on average.
More about Algiers
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Algiers right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Chicago to Houari Boumediene Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Kasbah of Algiers, Ketchaoua Mosque and Notre Dame d'Afrique are major attractions which should be on any good Algiers itinerary.
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