Algiers to Biskra flights
Biskra lies 317 km (197 mi) south-east of Algiers, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 9 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.
| Algiers | Biskra | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Algeria | Algeria |
| Population | 2.4 million | 204,661 |
| Elevation | 113 m (371 ft) | 115 m (377 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Algiers) | UTC+1 (Africa/Algiers) |
| Nearest large airport | ALG, 12 km out | BSK, 6 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Algiers
Algiers is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG), 12 km (7 mi) from the centre, whose 11,483-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Biskra
Biskra is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Biskra - Mohamed Khider Airport (BSK), 6 km (4 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,469 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biskra - Mohamed Khider Airport | BSK | 6 km (4 mi) | 9,469 ft | 289 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Biskra from Algiers?
317 km (197 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Algiers.
How long does it take to get from Algiers to Biskra by air?
About 1 h 9 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Algiers and Biskra?
No, both are on Africa/Algiers at the moment.
Which airports are used for Algiers to Biskra flights?
Typically Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to Biskra - Mohamed Khider Airport (BSK).
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.