Travelling from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to Amman: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 4 hours 57 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Amman.
Amman is 1 hour ahead of Algiers, where Houari Boumediene Airport is located. Amman operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
The busiest route is from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to Queen Alia International Airport (AMM). Take your pick of 6 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from ALG to AMM is the 14:30 Royal Jordanian service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 15:25 with Air Algerie.
To ensure you get on your flight from ALG to Amman, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
You can catch a direct flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Amman. Start your trip at ALG and arrive at Queen Alia International Airport (AMM).
Book your seat with Royal Jordanian. This well-known carrier operates direct flights from Houari Boumediene Airport to Amman.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even tour another city. When searching for flights from ALG to Amman, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Tunis-Carthage International Airport (TUN)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
You'll need a visa for Jordan if you hold a passport from Algeria and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before you book your cheap ticket from Houari Boumediene Airport to Amman, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
To get to ALG from central Algiers, it takes about 22 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching an early flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Amman? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to ALG:
How to find the cheapest flights from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to Amman
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houari Boumediene Airport to Amman is C$192. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$500. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 9 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from ALG to Amman.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Houari Boumediene Airport to Amman. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Amman
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) to central Amman is about 43 minutes by car. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Amman. Book one of these accommodation options near AMM instead:
Best time to go to Amman
August is the most popular month for flights from Houari Boumediene Airport to Amman. To escape the crowds, head for Amman in April when it's quieter.
Before you book a flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Amman, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Amman, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 36ºC.
Search for cheap flights from ALG to Amman in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC and 17ºC on average.
More about Amman
Start your Amman trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Amman, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Amman Citadel, Viewpoint roman theatre and Rainbow Street are attractions you won't want to skip in Amman.
Complete your Amman trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Amman and see the sights on your own terms. Easily compare options in one go to find the ideal ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Houari Boumediene Airport to Amman.

