Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll catch your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG). Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) are the main airports in Kuala Lumpur.
The timezone in Algiers is UTC+1, which is seven hours behind Kuala Lumpur. Houari Boumediene Airport is located in Algiers.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Kuala Lumpur to ALG. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to ALG leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Popular options include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Located around 64 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur, KUL can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Kuala Lumpur International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Houari Boumediene Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Of the departures from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 58.65% land on time at their destination.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Kuala Lumpur to SZB in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 24 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 25 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport the day before your Kuala Lumpur to ALG flight:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 67.97%.
About Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Houari Boumediene Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near ALG:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Houari Boumediene Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Location de Voitures, Locationauto or Hertz to explore Algiers and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Kuala Lumpur to Houari Boumediene Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Houari Boumediene Airport is Rs91,783. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs196,115. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Kuala Lumpur to ALG. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Affordable Kuala Lumpur to Houari Boumediene Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding the best time to fly. April is the quietest month to go to Algiers. August is when most people book flights from Kuala Lumpur to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG), which may be ideal if you're after more action.
Book a Kuala Lumpur to ALG flight ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Algiers to range from 21ºC to 34ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Houari Boumediene Airport in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 19ºC.
More about Algiers
After booking your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Houari Boumediene Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Algiers:
Your Algiers visit won't be complete without checking out the sights. Attractions that are worth your time include Notre Dame d'Afrique, Quartier ottoman de la basse casbah and Palace of the Dey.
Explore more of Algeria
You've done Algiers, now it's time to explore more of Algeria. Travel about 209 kilometres east to Setif to tick off its leading sights. From La Wilaya de Sétif/ⴰⴳⴻⵣⴷⵓ ⵙⵟⵉⴼ to Citadelle Byzantine and Mosquée Fodil El Ouartilani, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Tiaret is another must-experience destination in Algeria and is around 225 kilometres south-west of Algiers. No journey is complete without experiencing Public Garden, Masdjid Ibn Badiss and Rostom Park Tiaret.
