Flying from Madinah Airport (MED) to Algiers Airport (ALG): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Madinah Airport to Algiers Airport is 6 hours.
Algiers is two hours behind Madinah and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Flights from MED to ALG start at 04:50 — the earliest with Airhub Airlines. The latest departure is at 07:10 with Airhub Airlines. In total, you can choose from four weekly Madinah Airport to Algiers Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your MED to ALG flight.
Flying during a peak month like September? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Air Algerie is your ticket to exploring Algiers (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Algeria!). Browse the direct flights from Madinah Airport to Algiers Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Air Algerie.
Air Algerie ranks as the top on-time carrier for MED to ALG flights, with 88.57% of services landing as scheduled.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Madinah Airport to Algiers Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between MED and ALG include:
Istanbul Airport
Cairo Airport
Amman Queen Alia Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madinah Airport (MED) to Algiers Airport (ALG)
Right now, $190 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Madinah Airport to Algiers Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $573. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from MED to ALG by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Madinah Airport to Algiers Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from MED to ALG.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Madinah Airport to Algiers Airport.
Handy information about Madinah Airport (MED)
When it comes to Madinah Airport's on-time performance, 74% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Madinah Airport from central Madinah, it takes about 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near MED? If you're boarding an early flight from Madinah Airport to Algiers Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Algiers Airport (ALG)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Madinah Airport to Algiers Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ALG instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Algiers Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Location de Voitures, Locationauto or Hertz and explore beyond Algiers's main sights.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Algiers Airport about two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Algiers Airport (ALG) to central Algiers
Algiers Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from the centre of Algiers. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Algiers Airport (ALG)
The quietest month for a flight from Madinah Airport to Algiers Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal 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 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from Madinah Airport to Algiers Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from MED to ALG in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Algeria
While Algiers is an excellent introduction to Algeria, you'll find even more to discover in Boumerdas. Located around 40 kilometres to the east, this fascinating place has plenty to see and do, like complexe touristique rocher de la mére and Rocher noir.
Your trip through Algeria isn't complete without visiting Oran. Citadelle de la Casbah and Museum Ahmed Zabana are just a couple of highlights in this destination, which is around 354 kilometres west of Algiers.