Algiers to Skikda flights
Skikda lies 341 km (212 mi) 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 11 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 | Skikda | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Algeria | Algeria |
| Population | 2.4 million | 182,903 |
| Elevation | 113 m (371 ft) | 24 m (79 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Algiers) | UTC+1 (Africa/Algiers) |
| Nearest large airport | ALG, 12 km out | CZL, 72 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 Skikda
Skikda is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Mohamed Boudiaf International Airport (CZL), 72 km (45 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,843 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Annaba Rabah Bitat Airport (AAE, 81 km), Jijel Ferhat Abbas Airport (GJL, 93 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mohamed Boudiaf International Airport | CZL | 72 km (45 mi) | 9,843 ft | 2,265 ft |
| Annaba Rabah Bitat Airport | AAE | 81 km (50 mi) | 9,843 ft | 16 ft |
| Jijel Ferhat Abbas Airport | GJL | 93 km (58 mi) | 7,874 ft | 36 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Skikda from Algiers?
341 km (212 mi) in a straight line, east of Algiers.
How long does it take to get from Algiers to Skikda by air?
About 1 h 11 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 Skikda?
No, both are on Africa/Algiers at the moment.
Which airports are used for Algiers to Skikda flights?
Typically Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to Mohamed Boudiaf International Airport (CZL); Skikda also has AAE, GJL.
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.