Air Algerie
Algeria’s state-owned scheduled flag carrier, linking an extensive domestic network with destinations across Europe, Africa, the Middle East and Asia.
About Air Algerie
Air Algérie is Algeria’s national airline and traces its origins to 1947. Following the country’s independence, it developed into the state-owned flag carrier operating under its present identity. The airline uses the IATA code AH and ICAO code DAH. Its scheduled passenger network serves 59 destinations across 24 countries on 167 routes, combining a public-service role within Algeria with international transport for tourism, business and family travel.
Houari Boumediene Airport in Algiers is Air Algérie’s primary hub and its largest departure point by route count. Oran, Paris, Marseille and Constantine are the next busiest departure airports in its network. Domestic services connect major northern cities with communities and industrial centres across the Sahara, while international routes focus strongly on France and the wider European market. The airline also serves destinations elsewhere in Africa, the Middle East and Asia.
Aircraft types associated with Air Algérie’s operations include Aerospatiale and Alenia ATR turboprops, Airbus A330 wide-bodies, Boeing 737-600 and 737-800 narrow-body jets, and Boeing 767 aircraft. This mixed equipment supports short regional sectors, busy domestic and European services, and longer international routes. Economy Class is the standard cabin across the network, while Business Class is available on eligible jet-operated services, with seating and amenities varying by aircraft and route.
Air Algérie does not belong to Star Alliance, SkyTeam or Oneworld, limiting the reciprocal benefits available through the major global airline groupings. Its own frequent-flyer programme is Air Algérie Plus, through which members can earn and redeem miles on eligible services and access status-related benefits. Travellers should review the programme’s current conditions before booking because mileage accrual, redemption availability and privileges can depend on the fare, route and membership tier.
A major strength is Air Algérie’s extensive connectivity within Algeria and its direct links to cities with substantial Algerian communities, particularly Paris, Marseille and Lyon. The network also includes a notably long nonstop service between Algiers and Beijing. Operational consistency can be a challenge, as schedules, aircraft assignments and service details may change. Passengers making connections should allow sufficient time and reconfirm departure details, baggage conditions and terminal information before travelling.
Good to know
Flying with Air Algerie — what to expect
Allow Connection Time
Leave a comfortable margin when connecting through Algiers, especially between domestic and international services. Terminal procedures or schedule adjustments can make a tight itinerary difficult.
Check Baggage Terms
Cabin and checked baggage allowances can vary by route, fare and travel class. Use the allowance stated on your booking and confirm the current rules before packing.
Aircraft Can Vary
Air Algérie uses turboprops, narrow-body jets and wide-body aircraft, so cabin layout, storage space and onboard amenities differ between routes. Operational aircraft substitutions may also occur.
Book Peak Dates Early
Services between Algeria and France can be heavily booked during summer, school holidays and major religious travel periods. Reserving early usually provides better schedule and fare availability.
Reconfirm Flight Details
Check the departure time, airport and terminal shortly before travel. Keep your contact details updated in the reservation so operational notifications can reach you.
Air Algérie Plus
Members can earn and redeem miles on eligible Air Algérie services. Earning rates and benefits depend on the ticket and membership tier, so review the programme conditions before purchase.
Network overview
Where Air Algerie flies
Air Algerie operates 167 routes to 59 destinations across 24 countries, its longest sector reaching Algiers to Beijing (9,104 km nonstop).
Destinations served
Cities Air Algerie flies to, most-served first.
Main hubs
Busiest departure bases, by route count.
Fleet
Aircraft types on record for these routes.
Longest nonstop route
Algiers → Beijing
9,104 km · ALG → PEK
The longest sector in the Air Algerie network, measured as the great-circle distance between the two airports.
Route data · TravelPayouts route data · updated 2026-07
Route network
Popular routes operated by Air Algerie
Notable destinations on Air Algerie's network.
AHAlgiersdirectAHOrandirectAHParisdirectAHMarseilledirectAHConstantinedirectAHLyondirectAHAnnabadirectAHBatnadirectAHHassi MessaouddirectAHSetifdirectAHAlicantedirectAHBarcelonadirectDestination list is indicative of Air Algerie's network; see the airline's official route map for its complete, current schedule.
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FAQ
Air Algerie — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
8 common questions
- Air Algerie's cabin-baggage allowance depends on the route, fare and operating aircraft. Check the conditions attached to your ticket before travel, particularly when flying on smaller ATR aircraft with more limited overhead storage.
- Air Algerie's longest route is the nonstop service from Algiers to Beijing, covering about 9,104 km. Travellers should check the current timetable because long-haul operating dates and frequencies may vary.
- Air Algerie flies throughout Algeria and to international destinations across Europe, Africa, the Middle East and Asia. Notable cities include Paris, Marseille, Lyon, Alicante, Barcelona and Beijing.
- Air Algerie serves 59 destinations across 24 countries. Its network comprises 167 routes.
- Air Algerie's primary hub is Houari Boumediene Airport in Algiers, its busiest departure airport by route count. Oran is another important operating point within Algeria.
- The busiest departure hubs by route count are Algiers, Oran, Paris, Marseille and Constantine, in that order. Algiers is the airline’s principal connecting hub and largest operating base.
- Lower fares are generally easier to find outside summer, school holidays and major religious or public-holiday travel periods. Comparing flexible dates and booking early can be especially useful for popular routes between Algeria and France.
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