Manchester, Greater Manchester to Algiers (MAN–ALG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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MAN–ALG is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Air Algerie leads the route. The flight covers 1,181 miles in approximately 2h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AH Air Algerie | 2 | 73W | 2h55 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
MAN: BST · ALG: CET
When it's 6:00 PM in Manchester, Greater Manchester, it's 6:00 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.
The Metrolink tram (Airport line) connects Manchester city centre (Piccadilly) to the airport in about 55 minutes for £4.50–£5.50, running until midnight. The dedicated rail service from Manchester Piccadilly takes only 20 minutes (£4.80 off-peak) and runs frequently from 06:00 to 23:00. Direct trains also serve Liverpool, Leeds, Sheffield, and other northern cities.National Express coaches connect the airport to London Victoria (3h15, from £10) and many regional cities. Taxis from the city centre cost £25–40 depending on traffic. The airport is well-signed from the M56 motorway with on-site multi-storey parking (Terminal 1/2/3 all have adjacent structures).
MAN–ALG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MAN to ALG
Manchester Airport (MAN) and Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) are connected by nonstop service from Air Algerie. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
MAN to ALG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MAN to ALG is about 2 hours 55 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,181 miles (1,900 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 4 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández, Charles de Gaulle and Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.