Flying from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport is 9 hours 25 minutes. Johannesburg's timezone is UTC+2, making Johannesburg 1 hour ahead of Algiers.
Flights from Houari Boumediene Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport start from 07:55 — the earliest with Air Algerie. The latest flight in the day is the 23:00 service with Air Algerie. Overall, there are 2 services every week between ALG and JNB.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
To break up your flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, consider adding a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that interests you. Popular stopovers on the ALG - JNB route are:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Dubai Airport
Before organizing your cheap ticket from ALG to JNB, check whether you need a visa to enter South Africa. Visa and travel document requirements may vary and are updated often. To get the latest information, get in touch with the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're flying to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Houari Boumediene Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport is C$667. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,085. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap flight tickets from ALG to JNB by booking 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Houari Boumediene Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
To get to Houari Boumediene Airport from central Algiers, it takes about 22 minutes if you're traveling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city center.
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Arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Consider booking a hotel near JNB if you have a late flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg
From O.R. Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg is approximately 29 kilometres away. It takes around 29 minutes to reach the center driving.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 12 minutes.
When to fly to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
July is the most popular month for flights from Houari Boumediene Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Johannesburg in February.
Book your flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport for January if you want to visit Johannesburg during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 30ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 20ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from ALG to JNB sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Johannesburg
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There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Constitution Hill, Maboneng Precinct and Johannesburg Zoo are highlights which should feature on any good Johannesburg itinerary.
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