Flying from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG): what you need to know
The timezone in Algiers is UTC+1, which is seven hours ahead of Calgary.
Give yourself enough time to make your YYC to ALG flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
At the moment, $305 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Calgary International Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $667. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from YYC to ALG if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from Calgary International Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Calgary International Airport (YYC)
You'll find YYC at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Calgary International Airport, data shows 65.39% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Calgary International Airport is around 10 miles from central Calgary. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Calgary International Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near YYC:
Arriving at Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Calgary International Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ALG instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Houari Boumediene Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Location de Voitures, Locationauto or Hertz and experience more of Algiers and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Houari Boumediene Airport about two weeks in advance.
Getting from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to central Algiers
Houari Boumediene Airport is approximately 11 miles from the center of Algiers. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
The quietest month for a flight from Calgary International Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Algiers based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Algiers is August, with the temperature ranging between 70ºF and 93ºF. Book your flights from Calgary International Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
February sees average temperatures of between 39ºF and 66ºF. Search for cheap tickets from YYC to ALG sometime then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Algeria
Boumerdas is just one of the many cities in Algeria waiting to be explored after you've seen Algiers. Around 25 miles away to the east, check out popular attractions including Bouloudrome Beach, Aire de Jeux and Frond mère.
Around 220 miles west of Algiers, Oran is another essential stop in Algeria. No visit is complete without checking out La Gare d'Oran, Place du 1er Novembre and Round point latifa.
