Flying from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Marseille Provence Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport take 1 hour 40 minutes. Algiers and Marseille are in the same timezone (UTC+1), meaning you won't have to change your watch after you arrive.
Each week, there are 39 flights from Marseille Provence Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport. If you'd like to jet off as early as possible, go for the 07:30 Air Algerie flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last flight from MRS to ALG is 20:20 with Vueling.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Air France is your gateway to discovering Algiers (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Algeria!). Check out the direct flights from Marseille Provence Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport offered by this popular carrier.
If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. Here are the most popular stopovers between MRS and ALG:
Tunis-Carthage International Airport
Paris Orly Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
To see whether you need a visa to enter Algeria, check with your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with the most current information, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from MRS to ALG.
How to find the cheapest flights from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
C$88 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Marseille Provence Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport. A return flight starts from C$139. These fares can change depending on availability.
Book 9 months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from MRS to ALG.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Marseille Provence Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
Central Marseille to Marseille Provence Airport is around 26 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
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Arriving at Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ALG instead:
Getting from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to central Algiers
From Houari Boumediene Airport, Algiers is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 22 minutes to reach the center driving.
When to fly to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
The quietest month for a flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Algiers based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport for August if you want to go to Algiers during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 34ºC.
Search for cheap flight tickets from MRS to ALG in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 19ºC on average.
More about Algiers
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Kasbah of Algiers and Ketchaoua Mosque are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Algiers to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Notre Dame d'Afrique.
Complete your Algiers trip with hotels and a car rental
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