Travelling from Algiers Airport (ALG) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-8, which is nine hours behind Algiers.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ALG to SFO 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.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Algiers Airport to San Francisco International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between ALG and SFO include:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Barcelona Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Algiers Airport (ALG) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
At the moment, $666 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Algiers Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,242. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from ALG to SFO. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Algiers Airport to San Francisco International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across the month and bag a great deal.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from ALG to SFO.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Algiers Airport to San Francisco International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Algiers Airport (ALG)
Algiers Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Algiers. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near ALG? If you've booked an early flight from Algiers Airport to San Francisco International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Reserve a hotel near SFO if you're on a late Algiers Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Explore without limits with a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and see more of San Francisco and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from San Francisco International Airport about one week in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Algiers Airport to San Francisco International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to San Francisco. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Algiers Airport to San Francisco International Airport for September if you want to visit San Francisco during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ALG to SFO in January. Temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
San Jose is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen San Francisco. Around 64 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in the United States, consider Fresno, about 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo are the start of reasons to visit.
