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 is one hour ahead of Algiers and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
Leave enough time to catch your ALG to JNB flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Airhub Airlines offers direct flights from Houari Boumediene Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Johannesburg — and maybe even more of South Africa if time allows.
Most travellers choose to travel with Airhub Airlines on this route.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Houari Boumediene Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between ALG and JNB include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Houari Boumediene Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight is R 5,806. A round-trip fare right now is R 8,499. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap tickets from ALG to JNB by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Houari Boumediene Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
Central Algiers to Houari Boumediene Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Taking an early flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to ALG:
Arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
If you're coming in on a late Houari Boumediene Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near JNB:
Travel at your own speed with an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and see more of Johannesburg and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
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 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
The quietest month for a flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Johannesburg based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport for January if you'd like to visit Johannesburg during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ALG to JNB sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of South Africa
Soweto is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Johannesburg. Around 18 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Mjebha Park, Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean.
Around 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg, Pretoria is another essential stop in South Africa. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at 32 Battalion Tree of Honour, Wonderpark and Viscount Memorial Wall.