Madrid to Algiers (MAD–ALG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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MAD–ALG is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air Algerie and Iberia lead the route. The flight covers 451 miles in approximately 1h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AH Air Algerie | 3 | 73H | 1h40 | – | – | – |
| IB Iberia Also: VY | 2 | CRK | 1h35 | – | Oneworld | VY |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Algiers from Madrid
| Metric | MAD→ALG | VLC→ALG |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from MAD | – | 178 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 10 | 2 |
| Flight time | 1h 35m | 1h 10m |
Travel Essentials
MAD: CEST · ALG: CET
When it's 6:00 PM in Madrid, it's 5:00 PM in Algiers.
Spanish passport holders need a visa to enter Algeria. Apply at the Algerian consulate in Madrid or Barcelona. The tourist visa (visa de tourisme) costs around EUR 80 and allows a stay of up to 90 days. Processing takes 10 to 15 business days. There is no eVisa option for Algeria.
Required documents: completed application form, two passport photos (35mm x 45mm, white background), passport valid for at least 6 months with 2 blank pages, round-trip flight booking, hotel reservations for the full stay, proof of funds (bank statements from the last 3 months), and travel insurance valid in Algeria. If you are staying with family or friends, you need a notarized invitation letter (attestation d'hebergement) legalized by the local APC office in Algeria.
Algeria is strict about the application. Missing documents will cause rejection. Start the process at least 3 weeks before your trip. The visa is single-entry by default. If you need multiple entries, specify this on the application form. Extensions inside Algeria are possible at the local daira (district office) but rarely granted for tourists.
Metro Line 8 runs from Nuevos Ministerios (central Madrid) to T1/T2/T3 in 12–15 minutes (€6, including the airport supplement). T4 requires an additional free shuttle from T2; add 10 minutes. The Cercanías commuter train (Line C-1) reaches T4 from Atocha station in 25 minutes (€2.60, no supplement).Taxis have a fixed fare of €30 from central Madrid zones. The ride is typically 20–35 minutes depending on traffic. Avenida de América bus hub serves several airport bus routes (€5).
MAD–ALG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MAD to ALG
Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) and Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) are connected by nonstop service from Air Algerie and Iberia. With 10 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
MAD to ALG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MAD to ALG is about 1 hours 35 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 451 miles (725 km). There are approximately 10 weekly flights outbound and 10 return, totaling 20 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Palma de Mallorca, Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat and Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Valencia (VLC).