Kairouan to Algiers flights
Algiers lies 640 km (397 mi) west of Kairouan, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 34 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.
| Kairouan | Algiers | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Tunisia | Algeria |
| Population | 139,070 | 2.4 million |
| Elevation | 65 m (213 ft) | 113 m (371 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Tunis) | UTC+1 (Africa/Algiers) |
| Nearest large airport | NBE, 54 km out | ALG, 12 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Algiers
Crossing from Tunisia into Algeria: money changes from the Dinar to the Dinar (DZD); sockets are Euro, Schuko, Type E; the dialling code becomes +213; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648803 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648842.
Airports at each end
Leaving Kairouan
Kairouan is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Enfidha - Hammamet International Airport (NBE), 54 km (34 mi) from the centre, whose 10,827-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Monastir Habib Bourguiba International Airport (MIR, 60 km).
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 Kairouan?
640 km (397 mi) in a straight line, west of Kairouan.
How long does it take to get from Kairouan to Algiers by air?
About 1 h 34 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kairouan and Algiers?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Kairouan to Algiers flights?
Typically Enfidha - Hammamet International Airport (NBE) to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG).
What currency do I need in Algiers?
The Dinar (DZD).
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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.