Flying from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
The timezone in Johannesburg is UTC+2. The city is 1 hour ahead of Algiers, where Houari Boumediene Airport is located.
Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the most traveled route, with 2 departures a week to choose from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from ALG to JNB is with Air Algerie at 20:00. Choose the first departure with Air Algerie at 11:05 if you want to fly out earlier.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from ALG to Johannesburg. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Nonstop flights from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to Johannesburg are available for booking. O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) will be your arrival point.
Check out the offers from Air Algerie. This airline operates direct flights from Houari Boumediene Airport to Johannesburg.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing flights from ALG to Johannesburg, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
You will need an e-visa for South Africa if you have a passport from Algeria and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can change. So before you book your cheap ticket from Houari Boumediene Airport to Johannesburg, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
To reach ALG from central Algiers, it takes around 22 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to ALG? If you're catching an early flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Johannesburg, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to Johannesburg
C$660 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Houari Boumediene Airport to Johannesburg. A return flight starts at C$925. These prices can change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from ALG to Johannesburg, book your journey 9 months before your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Houari Boumediene Airport to Johannesburg. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg takes about 29 minutes by car. It's approximately 29 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour and 12 minutes to get there using public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel close to JNB if you're taking a late flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Johannesburg. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
The centre of Johannesburg is approximately 48 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA). Once your flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Johannesburg has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 51 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near HLA. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from ALG to Johannesburg:
Best time to go to Johannesburg
July is the busiest month for flights from Houari Boumediene Airport to Johannesburg. To escape the crowds, visit Johannesburg in February when it's quieter.
Lock in your flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Johannesburg for January to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 15ºC to 30ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 20ºC. Look for cheap flights from ALG to Johannesburg sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Johannesburg
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Johannesburg right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Johannesburg:
Constitution Hill and Maboneng Precinct are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Johannesburg travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Johannesburg Zoo.
Complete your Johannesburg trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Johannesburg and see the sights in your own time. Easily compare rates in one go to find your ideal ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Houari Boumediene Airport to Johannesburg.
