Messina to Algiers flights
Algiers lies 1,111 km (690 mi) west of Messina, -1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 10 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.
| Messina | Algiers | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Italy | Algeria |
| Population | 219,948 | 2.4 million |
| Elevation | 29 m (95 ft) | 113 m (371 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Rome) | UTC+1 (Africa/Algiers) |
| Nearest large airport | CTA, 91 km out | ALG, 12 km out |
Clocks in Algiers are 1 h behind Messina right now, so a 2 h 10 min journey lands only 1 h 10 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Algiers
Crossing from Italy into Algeria: money changes from the Euro 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 Messina
Messina is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), 91 km (57 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 7,989 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Lamezia Terme Sant'Eufemia International Airport (SUF, 100 km), Reggio Calabria Airport (REG, 16 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 Messina?
1,111 km (690 mi) in a straight line, west of Messina.
How long does it take to get from Messina to Algiers by air?
About 2 h 10 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Messina and Algiers?
Algiers is 1 h behind at the moment (Africa/Algiers against Europe/Rome).
Which airports are used for Messina to Algiers flights?
Typically Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) 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 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.