Istanbul to Algiers (IST–ALG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
IST–ALG is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Turkish Airlines and Air Algerie lead the route. The flight covers 1,401 miles in approximately 3h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TK Turkish Airlines | 47 | 31Y, 320, 32B, 32Q, 33X, 77X, 7M8 | 3h30-3h45 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| AH Air Algerie | 45 | 320, 32Q, 332, 7M8 | 3h30-3h45 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Algiers from Istanbul
| Metric | IST→ALG | SAW→ALG |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from IST | – | 40 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 92 | 12 |
| Flight time | 3h 40m | 3h 50m |
Travel Essentials
IST: +03 · ALG: CET
When it's 6:00 PM in Istanbul, it's 4:00 PM in Algiers.
Turkish passport holders need a visa to enter Algeria. Apply at the Algerian Embassy in Ankara or the consulate in Istanbul. Required documents include a completed application form, two passport photos, proof of accommodation, a return ticket, bank statements, and travel insurance. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry with at least two blank pages. Processing takes 1 to 3 weeks. Tourist visas are single-entry and valid for up to 30 days.
Algeria does not offer an e-visa or visa on arrival for Turkish nationals. The embassy visa is the only path. Algeria and Turkey maintain strong bilateral ties, and Turkish construction firms are active throughout the country, so business visas are common. For business visits, add a letter of invitation from the Algerian host company.
Direct flights from Istanbul (IST) to Algiers Houari Boumediene (ALG) run about 3 hours 30 minutes on Turkish Airlines and Air Algerie. Algeria uses the Algerian dinar (DZD), trading at roughly 3.9 DZD per TRY 1. The dinar is a closed currency and cannot be purchased outside Algeria. ATMs are available in Algiers and major cities. Card payments work at hotels and larger businesses, but cash is essential for daily transactions. French and Arabic are the working languages.
Istanbul Metro M11 Gayrettepe–İstanbul Havalimanı line connects the airport to the broader metro network; from Gayrettepe (Mecidiyeköy/Levent area) the journey is about 35 minutes (₺60–70 with Istanbulkart). The line runs roughly 5am to midnight.Havaist express buses serve Taksim, Kadıköy, and other major hubs (₺50–80, 45–90 minutes depending on traffic). Taxis use a meter; expect ₺400–600 from Taksim or Sultanahmet. The airport is 35km northwest of the city; traffic on the O-7 motorway can be severe during peak hours.
IST–ALG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IST to ALG
İstanbul Airport (IST) and Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) are connected by nonstop service from Turkish Airlines and Air Algerie. With 92 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IST to ALG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IST to ALG is about 3 hours 40 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,401 miles (2,255 km). There are approximately 92 weekly flights outbound and 73 return, totaling 165 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci, Mohamed Boudiaf and Tunis Carthage. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Pendik, Istanbul (SAW).