Flying from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to London: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to London and you'll be travelling for around 2 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in London is UTC+0. The city is 1 hour behind Algiers, where Houari Boumediene Airport is located.
Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the most traveled route, with 30 flights a week to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from ALG to LHR is with Air Algerie at 13:50. Opt for the first departure with Air Algerie at 10:20 if you want to get going early.
Leave enough time to make your flight from ALG to London. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct flights from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to London are available for booking. London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is where you'll step off the plane.
Book your ticket with Air Algerie. This well-known carrier offers direct flights from Houari Boumediene Airport to London.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from ALG to London. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
To visit United Kingdom for tourism purposes, you'll need an embassy visa if you have a passport from Algeria. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need other documents depending on the length and purpose of your visit. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from Houari Boumediene Airport to London.
To reach ALG from central Algiers, it takes around 22 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching an early flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to London? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to ALG:
How to find the cheapest flights from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to London
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Houari Boumediene Airport to London is C$73. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$152. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snag cheap tickets from ALG to London, reserve your trip 9 months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for tickets from Houari Boumediene Airport to London is May. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the best deal.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is roughly 31 kilometres. It'll take you around 57 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour and 1 minute.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to London. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is around 80 kilometres from central London. Once you've hopped off your flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to London, it'll take you around 1 hour and 19 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 1 hour and 26 minutes.
After your flight from ALG to London, rest your head at a hotel close to LGW. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to London
July is the busiest month for flights from Houari Boumediene Airport to London. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to London in February when it's quieter.
Before booking a flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to London, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.
Search for cheap flights from ALG to London in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about London
Once you've booked your flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to London, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring London:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are top attractions which should be on any good London itinerary.
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