Annaba to Sabha flights
Sabha lies 1,263 km (785 mi) south-east of Annaba, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 22 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.
| Annaba | Sabha | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Algeria | Libya |
| Population | 342,703 | 149,329 |
| Elevation | 5 m (16 ft) | 421 m (1,381 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Algiers) | UTC+2 (Africa/Tripoli) |
| Nearest large airport | AAE, 9 km out | SEB, 6 km out |
Clocks in Sabha are 1 h ahead of Annaba right now, so a 2 h 22 min journey lands 3 h 22 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Sabha
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 Annaba
Annaba is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Annaba Rabah Bitat Airport (AAE), 9 km (6 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,843 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Tabarka-Aïn Draham International Airport (TBJ, 99 km).
Arriving in Sabha
Sabha is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Sabha Airport (SEB), 6 km (4 mi) from the centre, whose 11,778-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sabha Airport (regional) | SEB | 6 km (4 mi) | 11,778 ft | 1,427 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Sabha from Annaba?
1,263 km (785 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Annaba.
How long does it take to get from Annaba to Sabha by air?
About 2 h 22 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Annaba and Sabha?
Sabha is 1 h ahead at the moment (Africa/Tripoli against Africa/Algiers).
Which airports are used for Annaba to Sabha flights?
Typically Annaba Rabah Bitat Airport (AAE) to Sabha Airport (SEB).
What currency do I need in Sabha?
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.