Algiers to Tlemcen flights
Tlemcen lies 447 km (278 mi) south-west 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 19 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 | Tlemcen | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Algeria | Algeria |
| Population | 2.4 million | 173,531 |
| Elevation | 113 m (371 ft) | 811 m (2,661 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Algiers) | UTC+1 (Africa/Algiers) |
| Nearest large airport | ALG, 12 km out | TLM, 20 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 Tlemcen
Tlemcen is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Zenata – Messali El Hadj Airport (TLM), 20 km (12 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,530 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Oujda Angads Airport (OUD, 57 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zenata – Messali El Hadj Airport | TLM | 20 km (12 mi) | 8,530 ft | 814 ft |
| Oujda Angads Airport | OUD | 57 km (35 mi) | 9,843 ft | 1,535 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Tlemcen from Algiers?
447 km (278 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Algiers.
How long does it take to get from Algiers to Tlemcen by air?
About 1 h 19 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 Tlemcen?
No, both are on Africa/Algiers at the moment.
Which airports are used for Algiers to Tlemcen flights?
Typically Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to Zenata – Messali El Hadj Airport (TLM); Tlemcen also has OUD.
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.