Travelling from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Zurich's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Algiers.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to catch your ALG to ZRH flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Houari Boumediene Airport to Zurich Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between ALG and ZRH include:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Currently, R 1,437 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Houari Boumediene Airport to Zurich Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 3,475. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To find cheap tickets from ALG to ZRH, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Houari Boumediene Airport to Zurich Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from ALG to ZRH.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Houari Boumediene Airport to Zurich Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
To reach Houari Boumediene Airport from central Algiers, it'll take about 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near ALG. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Zurich Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Houari Boumediene Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ZRH instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Zurich Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and discover more of Zurich and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Zurich Airport about two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
From Zurich Airport, Zurich is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
It typically takes 1 hour 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The quietest month for a flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Zurich Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Zurich based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Zurich Airport for July if you'd like to visit Zurich during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ALG to ZRH in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Switzerland you'll want to see. Around 72 kilometres west of Zurich, a visit to Basel will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.
Bern is another sought-after destination in Switzerland and is around 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich. No trip is complete without a visit to Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.