Pendik, Istanbul to Algiers (SAW–ALG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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SAW–ALG is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Pegasus and Valuair lead the route. The flight covers 1,429 miles in approximately 3h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PC Pegasus | 7 | 321 | 3h50 | – | – | – |
| VF Valuair | 5 | 73H | 3h50 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Algiers from Pendik, Istanbul
| Metric | SAW→ALG | IST→ALG |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from SAW | – | 40 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 12 | 92 |
| Flight time | 3h 50m | 3h 30m |
Travel Essentials
SAW: +03 · ALG: CET
When it's 6:00 PM in Pendik, 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.
SAW–ALG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SAW to ALG
Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) and Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) are connected by nonstop service from Pegasus and Valuair. With 12 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
SAW to ALG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SAW to ALG is about 3 hours 50 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,429 miles (2,300 km). There are approximately 12 weekly flights outbound and 12 return, totaling 24 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci, Lyon Saint-Exupéry and Budapest Liszt Ferenc. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Istanbul (IST).