Flying from Los Angeles to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG): What you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Los Angeles. Explore your options leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY) when planning your flight from Los Angeles to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG).
Algiers is eight hours ahead of Los Angeles. Houari Boumediene Airport is located in Algiers, which follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Los Angeles to ALG. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Los Angeles to ALG. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
LAX is around 32 kms (20 miles) from central Los Angeles. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Los Angeles to Houari Boumediene Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near Los Angeles International Airport:
Los Angeles International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that take off from LAX land on time.
The address for LAX is One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
VNY is about 32 kms (20 miles) from central Los Angeles. It takes 35 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Los Angeles to ALG flight? Unwind in a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your break officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
About Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Los Angeles to Houari Boumediene Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near ALG instead:
Grab a Houari Boumediene Airport rental car and discover Algiers and beyond with your own wheels. Location de Voitures, Locationauto and Hertz are popular providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Los Angeles to Houari Boumediene Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
£243 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Houari Boumediene Airport. Return flights start at £518. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Los Angeles to ALG if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
April is the quietest month for flights from Los Angeles to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG), while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Algiers based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Algiers is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your Los Angeles to ALG plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Los Angeles to Houari Boumediene Airport in February when temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Algiers
Once you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Houari Boumediene Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Algiers:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Notre Dame d'Afrique, Quartier ottoman de la basse casbah and Palace of the Dey are major attractions which should be on any good Algiers itinerary.
Explore more of Algeria
Setif is just one of the many cities in Algeria waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Algiers. Around 209 kms (130 miles) away to the east, popular attractions include La Wilaya de Sétif/ⴰⴳⴻⵣⴷⵓ ⵙⵟⵉⴼ, Citadelle Byzantine and Mosquée Fodil El Ouartilani.
Tiaret is another well-known destination in Algeria and is around 225 kms (140 miles) south-west of Algiers. No journey is complete without visiting Public Garden, Masdjid Ibn Badiss and Rostom Park Tiaret.
