Cairo to Algiers (CAI–ALG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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CAI–ALG is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Egyptair, Air Algerie and Royal Jordanian lead the route. The flight covers 1,681 miles in approximately 4h 8m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MS Egyptair | 14 | 321 | 3h44-4h05 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| AH Air Algerie | 8 | 73W, 7M8 | 4h10 | – | – | – |
| RJ Royal Jordanian | 0 | – | – | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
CAI: EEST · ALG: CET
When it's 6:00 PM in Cairo, it's 4:00 PM in Algiers.
Egyptian passport holders require a visa to enter Algeria. The visa must be obtained from an Algerian embassy or consulate before travel, as no eVisa or visa on arrival is available. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. Proof of accommodation, a return ticket, and sufficient financial means are required with the application.
Cairo has no direct rail link to the airport yet. Metro Line 3 terminates at Adly Mansour station, still several kilometers short of CAI. From Adly Mansour, taxis or ride-hails cover the remaining distance in 15-20 minutes. Uber and Careem from downtown Cairo to the airport cost EGP 100-200 and take 45-60 minutes outside rush hour. Rush hour (7:00-10:00, 16:00-20:00) on the Ring Road can double that.
Yellow metered taxis charge EGP 150-300 depending on your starting point. Old black-and-white taxis lack meters, so agree on a price before getting in. CTA public buses 356, 400, and 1138 run from central Cairo to the airport (EGP 5-25) but are slow and crowded. Airport shuttle buses from major hotels cost EGP 25-50. For reliability, Uber or Careem with a pre-set fare is the path of least friction.
CAI–ALG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CAI to ALG
Cairo International Airport (CAI) and Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) are connected by nonstop service from Egyptair, Air Algerie and Royal Jordanian. With 22 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
CAI to ALG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CAI to ALG is about 4 hours 8 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,681 miles (2,706 km). There are approximately 22 weekly flights outbound and 15 return, totaling 37 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Tunis Carthage, Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci and Sharm El Sheikh. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.