Flying from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to Ottawa: what you need to know
Houari Boumediene Airport is located in Algiers. Following the UTC-4 timezone, Ottawa is five hours behind Algiers.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your ALG to Ottawa flight.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Whether you want to explore another city as part of your journey or just have a break, we make it a breeze to book flight tickets from ALG to Ottawa with a stopover. To compare your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is a popular stop on this route.
Central Algiers to ALG is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Looking for a hotel near ALG? If you've booked an early flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Ottawa, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to Ottawa
ج.م. 21,976 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Houari Boumediene Airport to Ottawa flight. A return flight ticket starts from ج.م. 29,428. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
To find cheap flights from ALG to Ottawa, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to the centre of Ottawa takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 40 minutes.
It's hard to beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've jetted in on a late flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Ottawa. Meilleure Auberge and Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport are handy accommodation options near YND.
Venture beyond Ottawa and discover places that don't always get the spotlight with your own set of wheels. You can grab an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car from Hertz.
Give yourself a better shot at securing a great price by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from Ottawa Gatineau Airport at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from ALG to Ottawa is a good move.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
After your flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Ottawa has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Ottawa is roughly 13 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 45 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near YOW. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your ALG to Ottawa flight:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo or Budget and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Score the best price by booking your ride from YOW two weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
The address for Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Ottawa. The city comes alive in high season, but hotel rates are often higher and major attractions can be busy. Visit Ottawa in the low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in a Houari Boumediene Airport to Ottawa flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 13ºC to 27ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from ALG to Ottawa in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC and -2ºC on average.
More about Ottawa
Once you've booked your flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Ottawa, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Ottawa:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Rideau Canal, Parliament Hill and National Gallery of Canada are top sights which should be on every Ottawa itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Ottawa, now it's time to explore other parts of Canada. Journey about 354 kilometres south-west to Toronto to check off its top attractions. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa, Montreal is another favourite stop in Canada. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
