Algiers Airport Informational Guide to Algiers Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) - Non Official

Algiers Airport Taxi

A ride between ALG Airport and the city centre takes 25 minutes, always depending on the exact destination and traffic condition.

Scams

We ought passengers to be extremely careful with the unofficial taxis - They are called grey cabs or "taxis clandestins". Those kind of taxis doesn’t work with taximeters, they base their fares on negotiation. 

Location

Taxi ranks are located outside the Arrivals area of ALG Airport passenger terminals (Terminal 1 and Terminal 2).

Companies

You can book your trip by calling Taxi Alger: +213(0) 772 15 87 94.

Taxis are available 24 hours a day at Houari Boumediene International Airport. 

Fares

The average fare for a one-way trip to the city center is 1,200 DA.

Taxis doesn’t have meter so it is better to agree at a price before starting the trip

There are airport pick-up fees, so the trip to the city centre will always be higher.

TRANSFERS

If you want private transportation from Algiers Airport to any destination, you can request it in advance. 

Book your transfer at Algiers Airport