Flying from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 40 minutes.
Algiers's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Marseille.
Flights from MRS to ALG start at 07:30 — the earliest with Airhub Airlines. The last departure is at 20:15 with Airhub Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 39 weekly Marseille Provence Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport flights.
Leave plenty of time to catch your MRS to ALG flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
You'll find a range of airlines offering direct flights from Marseille Provence Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport. When you're ready to start your Algiers holiday, let one of these carriers fly you to this exciting part of Algeria:
Air France has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Vueling is a leader in on-time performance for MRS to ALG flights, with 90.7% of its services arriving on schedule.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Marseille Provence Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MRS and ALG:
Tunis-Carthage International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Paris Orly Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
Right now, ج.م. 2,437 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Marseille Provence Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ج.م. 3,767. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from MRS to ALG by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Marseille Provence Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
Of all flights leaving Marseille Provence Airport, 73.25% arrive on time at their destination.
Marseille Provence Airport is around 26 kilometres from central Marseille. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to MRS? If you're boarding an early flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Marseille Provence Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ALG instead:
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 and experience the lesser-explored corners of Algiers and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Houari Boumediene Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to central Algiers
Houari Boumediene Airport to the centre of Algiers has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
When to fly to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
The quietest month for a flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Algiers based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Marseille Provence Airport to Houari Boumediene Airport for August if you want to explore Algiers during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 34ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MRS to ALG in February. Average temperatures are between 4ºC and 19ºC then.
Explore more of Algeria
Algiers is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Algeria just waiting to be discovered. Around 40 kilometres east of Algiers, a trip to Boumerdas will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Bouloudrome Beach, Aire de Jeux and Frond mère.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Algeria, head for Oran, about 354 kilometres west of Algiers. La Gare d'Oran, Place du 1er Novembre and Round point latifa are the start of reasons to visit.
