Flying from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG): what you need to know
The timezone in Algiers is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Columbus.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your CMH to ALG flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
At the moment, $364 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $565. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from CMH to ALG. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when searching for a flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from CMH to ALG.
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Handy information about John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
CMH's address is 4600 International Gateway.
Of all flights leaving John Glenn Columbus International Airport, 79.5% land on time at their destination.
To reach John Glenn Columbus International Airport from central Columbus, it takes about 10 minutes if you're traveling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 8 miles from the airport to the city center.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your vacation off to a hassle-free start by staying near CMH. Whether you have an early flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
Consider staying in a hotel close to ALG if you're on a late John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Houari Boumediene Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Location de Voitures, Locationauto or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Algiers and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Houari Boumediene Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to central Algiers
Houari Boumediene Airport is roughly 11 miles from the center of Algiers. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
August is the most popular month for flights from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Algiers in April.
The warmest month in Algiers is August, with the temperature ranging between 70ºF and 93ºF. Book your flights from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from CMH to ALG in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 39ºF and 66ºF on average.
Explore more of Algeria
You've done Algiers, now it's time to explore other parts of Algeria. Journey around 25 miles east to Boumerdas to check off its popular sights. From Bouloudrome Beach to Aire de Jeux and Frond mère, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're ready to explore another side of Algeria, consider Oran, roughly 220 miles west of Algiers. La Gare d'Oran, Place du 1er Novembre and Round point latifa are highlights.
