Airport Comparison
Algiers (ALG) to Jos (JOS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) in Algiers, Algeria to Yakubu Gowon Airport (JOS) in Jos, Nigeria is 3,061 kilometers (1,902 miles / 1,653 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southeast at a heading of 168°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Algeria with Nigeria. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 11:42 in Algiers, it's 11:42 in Jos.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,150 feet between the two airports. Yakubu Gowon Airport sits higher than Houari Boumediene Airport.
The return flight from Jos (JOS) to Algiers (ALG) follows a heading of 350° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) and Yakubu Gowon Airport (JOS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.