London to Algiers (LHR–ALG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LHR–ALG is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Air Algerie leads the route. The flight covers 1,037 miles in approximately 2h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 29 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AH Air Algerie | 5 | 73H | 2h55 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Algiers from London
| Metric | LHR→ALG | LGW→ALG | STN→ALG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LHR | – | 25 mi | 41 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 5 | 8 | 7 |
| Flight time | 2h 55m | 2h 45m | 2h 55m |
Travel Essentials
LHR: GMT · ALG: CET
When it's 6:00 PM in London, it's 7:00 PM in Algiers.
British passport holders need a visa to enter Algeria. Apply at the Algerian Consulate in London (6 Hyde Park Gate, SW7). A single-entry tourist visa costs GBP 85, valid for 90 days with a 30-day stay. Processing takes 10 to 15 working days. Double-entry is GBP 90, multiple-entry is GBP 100. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the entry date with at least two blank pages.
Required documents: completed application form, two passport photos (3.5x4.5cm, white background), return flight booking, hotel reservation or invitation letter from an Algerian host (notarized), proof of travel insurance covering Algeria, bank statements from the last 3 months, and employer letter confirming leave. All documents must be originals, not photocopies. Applications are in person only, no postal service.
No direct flights from the UK to Algeria exist as of early 2026. One-stop connections via Paris (Air Algerie, Air France, 4 to 5 hours total), Madrid, or Istanbul are the main options. The Algerian dinar (DZD) trades at roughly 135 DZD per $1. Currency import/export is prohibited, so exchange at banks or official bureaux on arrival. No vaccination requirements for UK arrivals. Algeria requires hotel registration with local police within 48 hours of arrival.
Heathrow Express runs from London Paddington to T5 and T2/T3 in 15–21 minutes (£37 single, cheaper booked online or via the Heathrow app). Elizabeth line (Crossrail) is a lower-cost alternative; Paddington to T5 in 34 minutes from £13.50 with an Oyster/contactless cap of £14.90. The Elizabeth line also serves central London stations including Bond Street, Farringdon, and Liverpool Street.London Underground Piccadilly line serves all terminals (T2/T3/T4/T5) from central London in 40–60 minutes (£6 with Oyster). Taxis (black cabs) from central London cost £55–90 depending on traffic. Coach services from Victoria Coach Station (National Express) cost from £10 booked in advance.
LHR–ALG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LHR to ALG
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) are connected by nonstop service from Air Algerie. With 5 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
LHR to ALG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LHR to ALG ranges from 2 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,037 miles (1,669 km). There are approximately 5 weekly flights outbound and 5 return, totaling 10 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
29 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 9 hours via BRU. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include London (LGW) and London, Essex (STN).