Flying from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG): what you need to know
Algiers is one hour ahead of Glasgow and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your GLA to ALG flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Glasgow International Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport. These are the top stopovers between GLA and ALG:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Marseille Provence Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
R 1,496 is the best price for a one-way Glasgow International Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 2,986. These fares may change depending on demand.
To find cheap tickets from GLA to ALG, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Glasgow International Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Of the departures from Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Glasgow International Airport from central Glasgow, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to GLA? If you're catching an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
If you're getting in on a late Glasgow International Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near ALG:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Houari Boumediene Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Location de Voitures, Locationauto or Hertz and explore beyond Algiers's main sights.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Houari Boumediene Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to central Algiers
From Houari Boumediene Airport, Algiers is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Algiers. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport for August if you want to go to Algiers during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GLA to ALG in February. Average temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of Algeria
You've done Algiers, now it's time to discover other corners of Algeria. Travel about 40 kilometres east to Boumerdas to tick off its leading attractions. From Bouloudrome Beach to Aire de Jeux and Frond mère, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 354 kilometres west of Algiers, Oran is another favourite stop in Algeria. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at La Gare d'Oran, Place du 1er Novembre and Round point latifa.
