Aïn Beïda to Benghazi flights
Benghazi lies 1,238 km (769 mi) east of Aïn Beïda, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 20 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Aïn Beïda | Benghazi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Algeria | Libya |
| Population | 116,064 | 757,490 |
| Elevation | 1,008 m (3,307 ft) | 3 m (10 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Algiers) | UTC+2 (Africa/Tripoli) |
| Nearest large airport | CZL, 88 km out | BEN, 19 km out |
Clocks in Benghazi are 1 h ahead of Aïn Beïda right now, so a 2 h 20 min journey lands 3 h 20 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Benghazi
Crossing from Algeria into Libya: money changes from the Dinar to the Dinar (LYD); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, Euro, Schuko, Type L; the dialling code becomes +218; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648833 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648835.
Airports at each end
Leaving Aïn Beïda
Aïn Beïda is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Mohamed Boudiaf International Airport (CZL), 88 km (55 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,843 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Batna Mostefa Ben Boulaid Airport (BLJ, 98 km), Cheikh Larbi Tébessi Airport (TEE, 77 km).
Arriving in Benghazi
Benghazi is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Benina International Airport (BEN), 19 km (12 mi) from the centre, whose 11,732-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benina International Airport | BEN | 19 km (12 mi) | 11,732 ft | 433 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Benghazi from Aïn Beïda?
1,238 km (769 mi) in a straight line, east of Aïn Beïda.
How long does it take to get from Aïn Beïda to Benghazi by air?
About 2 h 20 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Aïn Beïda and Benghazi?
Benghazi is 1 h ahead at the moment (Africa/Tripoli against Africa/Algiers).
Which airports are used for Aïn Beïda to Benghazi flights?
Typically Mohamed Boudiaf International Airport (CZL) to Benina International Airport (BEN).
What currency do I need in Benghazi?
The Dinar (LYD).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.