ALG - Houari Boumediene Airport
Algier, Algeria
IATA Code: ALG · Algier, Algeria
The airport code ALG is the IATA identifier for Houari Boumediene Airport. You may also find it referred to as Algier Airport (ALG).
Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) serves Algier, Algeria, in the Africa fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
ALG is the IATA airport code for Houari Boumediene Airport, located in Algier, Algeria. The airport is situated at coordinates 36.6910°N, 3.2154°E. The current jet fuel price in the Africa region is $5.56/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Africa)
$5.56/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- ALG
- City
- Algier
- Country
- Algeria
- Timezone
- Africa/Algiers
- Latitude
- 36.6910°
- Longitude
- 3.2154°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Africa
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from ALG
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| QLD - Blida | 41 km | $638 | $1/passenger |
| BJA - Bejaja | 165 km | $2,569 | $5/passenger |
| BUJ - Bou Saada | 175 km | $2,724 | $5/passenger |
| CFK - Ech-cheliff | 177 km | $2,756 | $6/passenger |
| QSF - Setif | 197 km | $3,067 | $6/passenger |
| TID - Tiaret | 218 km | $3,394 | $7/passenger |
| QDJ - Djelfa | 226 km | $3,518 | $7/passenger |
| GJL - Jijel | 237 km | $3,690 | $7/passenger |
| IBZ - Ibiza | 292 km | $4,546 | $9/passenger |
| BLJ - Batna | 296 km | $4,608 | $9/passenger |
| CZL - Constantine | 308 km | $4,795 | $10/passenger |
| BSK - Biskra | 310 km | $4,826 | $10/passenger |
| PMI - Palma de Mallorca | 321 km | $4,997 | $10/passenger |
| MUW - Ghriss | 322 km | $5,013 | $10/passenger |
| LOO - Laghouat | 326 km | $5,075 | $10/passenger |
| TAF - Oran | 360 km | $5,604 | $11/passenger |
| MAH - Menorca | 363 km | $5,651 | $11/passenger |
| ORN - Oran | 364 km | $5,667 | $11/passenger |
| MJV - Murcia | 376 km | $5,854 | $12/passenger |
| ALC - Alicante | 377 km | $5,869 | $12/passenger |
| BFW - Sidi Bel Abbes | 382 km | $5,947 | $12/passenger |
| EBH - El Bayadh | 382 km | $5,947 | $12/passenger |
| RMU - Murcia | 404 km | $6,289 | $13/passenger |
| AAE - Annaba | 409 km | $6,367 | $13/passenger |
| HRM - Tilrempt | 418 km | $6,507 | $13/passenger |
| VLC - Valencia | 449 km | $6,990 | $14/passenger |
| TLM - Tlemcen | 460 km | $7,161 | $14/passenger |
| TEE - Tebessa | 463 km | $7,208 | $14/passenger |
| MZW - Mecheria | 471 km | $7,333 | $15/passenger |
| CDT - Castellón de la Plana | 478 km | $7,442 | $15/passenger |
| ELU - Guemar | 479 km | $7,457 | $15/passenger |
| TGR - Touggourt | 481 km | $7,488 | $15/passenger |
| GHA - Ghardaia | 482 km | $7,504 | $15/passenger |
| LEI - Almeria | 498 km | $7,753 | $16/passenger |
| TBJ - Tabarka | 505 km | $7,862 | $16/passenger |
| OUD - Oujda | 510 km | $7,940 | $16/passenger |
| ABC - Albacete | 512 km | $7,971 | $16/passenger |
| BCN - Barcelona | 521 km | $8,111 | $16/passenger |
| REU - Reus | 526 km | $8,189 | $16/passenger |
| TOE - Tozeur | 539 km | $8,391 | $17/passenger |
| QSA - Sabadell | 546 km | $8,500 | $17/passenger |
| TEV - Teruel | 565 km | $8,796 | $18/passenger |
| GAF - Gafsa | 566 km | $8,811 | $18/passenger |
| OGX - Ouargla | 568 km | $8,843 | $18/passenger |
| MLN - Melilla | 577 km | $8,983 | $18/passenger |
| GRO - Gerona | 581 km | $9,045 | $18/passenger |
| DCI - Decimomannu | 585 km | $9,107 | $18/passenger |
| CAG - Cagliari | 586 km | $9,123 | $18/passenger |
| FNU - Oristano | 593 km | $9,232 | $18/passenger |
| NDR - El Aroui | 594 km | $9,247 | $18/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your ALG Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Africa region has jet fuel priced at $5.56/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from ALG
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Algier
Algier experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. Summers are generally pleasant (18-28°C / 64-82°F), while winters can be cold and may bring snow or ice that occasionally affects flight schedules. Travelers arriving in winter should be prepared for potential weather-related delays and dress in warm layers.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through ALG
ALG operates within the African fuel pricing region. Aviation infrastructure across Africa has seen significant investment in recent years, with many airports modernizing facilities to accommodate growing passenger numbers. Travelers should verify visa requirements, vaccination certificates (particularly yellow fever), and currency exchange options before arrival.
Planning Your Trip via ALG
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Houari Boumediene Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from ALG
- Fuel impact awareness: The Africa region currently prices jet fuel at $5.56/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to ALG are QLD, BJA, BUJ — consider these for potentially lower fares