Direct (nonstop) flights from Algiers to Istanbul

2 airlines fly nonstop from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW). It's 1,432 miles (2,305 km), about 3h 25m in the air. Operated by Pegasus, AJet.

ALG
Houari Boumediene Airport
🇩🇿 Algiers, Algeria
SAW
Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
🇹🇷 Istanbul, Turkiye
Flight Time
3h 25m
Distance
1,432 mi
2,305 km
CO₂/pax
242 kg
−58 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Pegasus +1
Time Diff
+2h
Operated by Pegasus Pegasus AJet AJet

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Pegasus PC Pegasus
Route
ALG → SAW
Flight Time
3h 25m
Distance
1,432 mi
AJet VF AJet
Route
ALG → SAW
Flight Time
3h 25m
Distance
1,432 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Algiers to Istanbul with one stop · direct emits 242 kg CO₂ per passenger

ALG FCO (Rome) SAW
Leg 1: 1h 50m (598 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (887 mi) Total: ~4h 25m 🍃 300 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ALG → FCO
1h 50m · 598 mi
View ALG to FCO flights →
Leg 2
FCO → SAW
2h 35m · 887 mi
View FCO to SAW flights →
ALG MRS (Marseille) SAW
Leg 1: 1h 30m (477 mi) Leg 2: 3h 5m (1,244 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 323 kg CO₂ (+33% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ALG → MRS
1h 30m · 477 mi
View ALG to MRS flights →
Leg 2
MRS → SAW
3h 5m · 1,244 mi
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ALG NCE (Nice) SAW
Leg 1: 1h 40m (524 mi) Leg 2: 2h 55m (1,145 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 316 kg CO₂ (+31% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ALG → NCE
1h 40m · 524 mi
View ALG to NCE flights →
Leg 2
NCE → SAW
2h 55m · 1,145 mi
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ALG BUD (Budapest) SAW
Leg 1: 2h 45m (1,105 mi) Leg 2: 2h (671 mi) Total: ~4h 45m 🍃 336 kg CO₂ (+39% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ALG → BUD
2h 45m · 1,105 mi
View ALG to BUD flights →
Leg 2
BUD → SAW
2h · 671 mi
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ALG BCN (Barcelona) SAW
Leg 1: 1h 20m (323 mi) Leg 2: 3h 30m (1,415 mi) Total: ~4h 50m 🍃 324 kg CO₂ (+34% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ALG → BCN
1h 20m · 323 mi
View ALG to BCN flights →
Leg 2
BCN → SAW
3h 30m · 1,415 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Algiers to Istanbul?

A nonstop flight from Algiers (ALG) to Istanbul (SAW) takes approximately 3 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 1,432 miles (2,305 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Algiers to Istanbul?

2 airlines: Pegasus, AJet.

Is there a nonstop flight from Algiers to Istanbul?

Yes. 2 airlines: Pegasus, AJet.

How far is Algiers from Istanbul?

The flight distance from Algiers to Istanbul is 1,432 miles (2,305 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What is the time difference between Algiers and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 2 hours ahead of Algiers. (Africa/Algiers vs Europe/Istanbul.)

What type of aircraft flies from Algiers to Istanbul?

At 3h 25m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Algeria to Turkiye?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Turkiye embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Algiers to Istanbul?

Roughly 242 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,210 km.

Is the return flight from Istanbul to Algiers also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Algiers to Istanbul?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Houari Boumediene Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.