# ALG — Houari Boumediene Airport > Machine-readable reference for ALG. Single-airport scope. Re-fetch when content_generated_at changes. Canonical: https://airport.flights/airport/alg HTML page: https://airport.flights/airport/alg Markdown alt: https://airport.flights/airport/alg.md JSON: https://airport.flights/api/airport/ALG.json (includes live arrivals + weather) Sitemap: https://airport.flights/sitemap-airports.xml Last refreshed: 2026-06-18T07:17:29.991+00:00 --- ## Identity - Name: Houari Boumediene Airport - IATA: ALG - ICAO: DAAG - City: Algiers - Country: DZ (DZ) - Timezone: Africa/Algiers - Distance from city: 16.9 km (10.5 mi) east-southeast of central Algiers - Runways: 2 - Terminals: 3 - Annual passengers: 9.9M - Hub for: Air Algérie, Tassili Airlines - Official website: https://www.aeroport-alger.com/ ## Overview Welcome Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG), located 16.9 km east-southeast of central Algiers, serves as a pivotal gateway to North Africa. Not your average "shopping-and-dining" venue, it commands attention for its dedicated rail link and fixed-fare taxi services, clearly prioritizing efficient transit over luxurious lingerings. This practical approach makes it a favored node for many travelers seeking streamlined connectivity, rather than an opulent airport experience. At a glance Handling approximately 9.9 million passengers per year, ALG functions primarily through three terminals: Terminal 1, Terminal 2, and Terminal 4. Terminal 1 is a hub for Air Algérie and Air France, while Terminal 2 serves Tassili Airlines, and Terminal 4, the newest addition, caters once again to Air Algérie. With two runways accommodating flights, this airport supports both domestic and international travel seamlessly. Terminals & layout The airport comprises three terminals with distinct roles. Terminal 1 caters mainly to Air Algérie and Air France flights, providing ample shopping opportunities with options like the Duty Free Shop, a Fashion Boutique, and a Souvenir Shop all located within. Terminal 2 se… ## Terminals (3) - **Terminal 1** — airlines: Air Algérie, Air France URL: https://airport.flights/airport/alg/terminals/1 - **Terminal 2** — airlines: Tassili Airlines URL: https://airport.flights/airport/alg/terminals/2 - **Terminal 4** — airlines: Air Algérie URL: https://airport.flights/airport/alg/terminals/4 ## Dining (5) - **Bar Alger** — 2 · Local · Bar · $$ · 09:00 - 23:00 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/alg/restaurants/bar-alger-2 - **Café Alger** — 1 · Local · Café · $ · 24/7 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/alg/restaurants/cafe-alger-1 - **Duty Free Shop** — 1 · Shopping · Duty Free · $$ · Open during flight hours URL: https://airport.flights/airport/alg/restaurants/duty-free-shop-1 - **Restaurant Alger** — 2 · Local · Restaurant · $$ · 10:00 - 22:00 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/alg/restaurants/restaurant-alger-2 - **Snack Bar** — 4 · Fast Food · Snack · $ · 24/7 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/alg/restaurants/snack-bar-4 ## Lounges (6) - **Air Algérie Lounge** — 1 · access: Air Algérie Business Class, Priority Pass · day pass: €30 · Open 24 hours URL: https://airport.flights/airport/alg/lounges/air-algerie-lounge-1 - **Business Lounge** — 4 · access: Business Class Passengers · day pass: €45 · Open 24 hours URL: https://airport.flights/airport/alg/lounges/business-lounge-4 - **Priority Pass Lounge** — 1 · access: Priority Pass · day pass: €25 · Open 6 AM - 10 PM URL: https://airport.flights/airport/alg/lounges/priority-pass-lounge-1 - **SkyTeam Lounge** — 2 · access: SkyTeam Elite Plus, Priority Pass · day pass: €35 · Open 7 AM - 11 PM URL: https://airport.flights/airport/alg/lounges/skyteam-lounge-2 - **Star Alliance Lounge** — 2 · access: Star Alliance Gold, Priority Pass · day pass: €40 · Open 6 AM - 10 PM URL: https://airport.flights/airport/alg/lounges/star-alliance-lounge-2 - **VIP Lounge** — 4 · access: VIP Services, Day Pass · day pass: €50 · Open 24 hours URL: https://airport.flights/airport/alg/lounges/vip-lounge-4 ## Shops (10) - **Beauty Products** — 1 · Beauty URL: https://airport.flights/airport/alg/shops/beauty-products-1 - **Bookstore** — 1 · Books URL: https://airport.flights/airport/alg/shops/bookstore-1 - **Duty Free** — 1 · Duty Free URL: https://airport.flights/airport/alg/shops/duty-free-1 - **Electronics Store** — 1 · Electronics URL: https://airport.flights/airport/alg/shops/electronics-store-1 - **Fashion Boutique** — 1 · Fashion URL: https://airport.flights/airport/alg/shops/fashion-boutique-1 - **Gadget Store** — 1 · Electronics URL: https://airport.flights/airport/alg/shops/gadget-store-1 - **Gifts and Crafts** — 1 · Souvenirs URL: https://airport.flights/airport/alg/shops/gifts-and-crafts-1 - **Local Delicacies** — 1 · Food URL: https://airport.flights/airport/alg/shops/local-delicacies-1 - **Souvenir Shop** — 1 · Souvenirs URL: https://airport.flights/airport/alg/shops/souvenir-shop-1 - **Travel Essentials** — 1 · Travel Essentials URL: https://airport.flights/airport/alg/shops/travel-essentials-1 ## Parking (6) - **Car Rental** — Car rental · next to terminal URL: https://airport.flights/airport/alg/parking/car-rental - **Parking P1** — Long stay · 1200 DA/day, 75 DA/hr · next to terminal URL: https://airport.flights/airport/alg/parking/parking-p1 - **Parking P2** — Long stay · 1200 DA/day, 75 DA/hr · next to terminal URL: https://airport.flights/airport/alg/parking/parking-p2 - **Parking P3** — Long stay · 1200 DA/day, 75 DA/hr · next to terminal URL: https://airport.flights/airport/alg/parking/parking-p3 - **Shuttles** — Shuttle · next to terminal URL: https://airport.flights/airport/alg/parking/shuttles - **Taxis** — Taxi · next to terminal URL: https://airport.flights/airport/alg/parking/taxis ## Ground transport (6) - **Airport Shuttle Service** — Shuttle · 30 min · 50 DA · Every 30 min URL: https://airport.flights/airport/alg/transport/airport-shuttle - **Car Rental Services** — Other · Most counters open 08:00–20:00 daily URL: https://airport.flights/airport/alg/transport/car-rental - **ETUSA Bus Line 100** — Bus · 30-45 min · 20-45 DA · Every 30 min URL: https://airport.flights/airport/alg/transport/etusa-bus-100 - **ETUSA Bus Line 39** — Bus · 30-45 min · 20-45 DA · Every 30 min URL: https://airport.flights/airport/alg/transport/etusa-bus-39 - **Airport Taxi** — Taxi · 30-45 min · 1200 DA · .The Shuttlefare guide indicates the taxi ranks are outside both terminals, but there is no mention of cost, time, or frequency. URL: https://airport.flights/airport/alg/transport/taxis - **Metro to Airport** — Other · Every 30 min · early morning to late night URL: https://airport.flights/airport/alg/transport/train-metro ## Insider tips - _Time_: Plan for lengthy baggage and customs clearance upon arrival—traveler reports suggest it can be quite slow. - _Transport_: Utilize the airport rail link for a faster journey to central Algiers, avoiding unpredictable road traffic. - _Money_: Always agree on the taxi fare upfront to follow local customs and prevent disputes. - _Cash_: Keep cash on hand for minor expenses as it's often preferred for transactions at ALG and around Algiers. - _Service_: Consider meet-and-greet services if you're on a tight schedule or expect large flight volumes, as processing can move slowly. - _Facilities_: Use terminal-side amenities for essentials; they're more practical than indulgent. - _Smooth Transfer_: Check for complimentary inter-terminal minibuses if switching between terminals to save time and effort. --- ## Live data Live arrivals, departures, and weather are not in this static reference. Fetch: - https://airport.flights/api/airport/ALG.json — JSON with current live boards + weather (12h cache) - https://airport.flights/airport/alg/arrivals — HTML page with live arrivals - https://airport.flights/airport/alg/departures — HTML page with live departures