Biskra to Algiers flights
Algiers lies 317 km (197 mi) north-west of Biskra, 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.
| Biskra | Algiers | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Algeria | Algeria |
| Population | 204,661 | 2.4 million |
| Elevation | 115 m (377 ft) | 113 m (371 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Algiers) | UTC+1 (Africa/Algiers) |
| Nearest large airport | BSK, 6 km out | ALG, 12 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving 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.
Arriving in 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.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houari Boumediene Airport | ALG | 12 km (7 mi) | 11,483 ft | 82 ft |
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Staying in Algiers
Our booking partner lists 132 places to stay in Algiers. Of the 129 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (84), and 1 are five-star. Across 13 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 7.2 out of 10. Guests have left 1,700 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Algiers from Biskra?
317 km (197 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Biskra.
How long does it take to get from Biskra to Algiers 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 Biskra and Algiers?
No, both are on Africa/Algiers at the moment.
Which airports are used for Biskra to Algiers flights?
Typically Biskra - Mohamed Khider Airport (BSK) to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG).
Where can I stay in Algiers?
Our booking partner lists 132 places to stay in Algiers, bookable on this site.
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.