Algiers travel guide

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You're Going to Love Algiers

With 2.99 million inhabitants, Algiers is the most populous city in Algeria. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. Algiers deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Algiers

Algiers in November
Estimated hotel price
$113
1 night at 3-star hotel
Algiers in November
Estimated hotel price
$113
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Algiers in July, when the average temperature is 77 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 42.8 °F, with an average temperature of 51.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 4.7″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Algiers, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Algiers

Plane

When flying to Algiers, you’ll arrive at Algiers Airport (ALG), which is located 7 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Algiers from the United States departs from New York and takes around 17h.

Train

The train station in Algiers is called Algiers Gare, and is located 4 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Algiers, you’ll arrive at Algiers Airport (ALG), which is located 7 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Algiers from the United States departs from New York and takes around 17h.

Train

The train station in Algiers is called Algiers Gare, and is located 4 miles from the city center.

Airports near Algiers

Airlines serving Algiers

Lufthansa
Good (4,683 reviews)
KLM
Good (843 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,615 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,256 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,601 reviews)
Air France
Good (978 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,112 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,436 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,978 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,988 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (730 reviews)
Egypt Air
Good (193 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (58 reviews)
Royal Air Maroc
Good (308 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (410 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (239 reviews)
Vueling
Good (799 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (164 reviews)
Royal Jordanian
Good (206 reviews)
Air Algerie
Okay (12 reviews)
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Where to stay in Algiers

Average rates range from around $67 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $111 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Algiers

Most booked hotels in Algiers

Dar Tlidjene Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 53 reviews)
$20+
Hotel El-Djazair
5 stars
Excellent (8.2, 27 reviews)
$91+
City Hotel Alger
3 stars
Good (7.9, 134 reviews)
$44+
Hani Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.6, 1 review)
$66+
El Aurassi
5 stars
Poor (0, 0 reviews)
$114+
Résidence El Schems
2 stars
Poor (0, 0 reviews)
$39+

Renting a car in Algiers

Renting a car in Algiers costs $46 per day, on average, or $93 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $1.29 per gallon in Algiers (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $15.44 and $20.59. Economy (Renault Clio or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Algiers, while also 21% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Algiers costs $46 per day, on average, or $93 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $1.29 per gallon in Algiers (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $15.44 and $20.59. Economy (Renault Clio or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Algiers, while also 21% cheaper than other types, on average.