Flying from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG): what you need to know
The timezone in Algiers is UTC+1, which is seven hours ahead of Mexico City.
Your MEX to ALG flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Benito Juarez International Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between MEX and ALG include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
At the moment, R 8,621 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Benito Juarez International Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 16,994. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MEX to ALG if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when looking for your flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MEX to ALG by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Benito Juarez International Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport.
Handy information about Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 80.91% of flights that depart MEX land on time.
Benito Juarez International Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 55 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near MEX. Whether you have an early flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
Consider staying in a hotel close to ALG if you're on a late Benito Juarez International Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Explore without limits with a Houari Boumediene Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Location de Voitures, Locationauto or Hertz and experience more of Algiers and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Houari Boumediene Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to central Algiers
Houari Boumediene Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from the centre of Algiers. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
August is the most popular month for flights from Benito Juarez International Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Algiers in April.
When booking your flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Algiers, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MEX to ALG sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Algeria
You've visited Algiers, now it's time to discover other corners of Algeria. Journey about 40 kilometres east to Boumerdas to tick off its must-visit sights. From Bouloudrome Beach to Aire de Jeux and Frond mère, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 354 kilometres west of Algiers, Oran is another essential stop in Algeria. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at La Gare d'Oran, Place du 1er Novembre and Round point latifa.
