Airport Comparison
Algiers (ALG) to Kars (KSY) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) in Algiers, Algeria to Kars Airport (KSY) in Kars, Turkey is 3,463 kilometers (2,152 miles / 1,870 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east northeast at a heading of 70°.
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 Turkey. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 16:25 in Algiers, it's 18:25 in Kars.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,807 feet between the two airports. Kars Airport sits higher than Houari Boumediene Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Kars (KSY) to Algiers (ALG) follows a heading of 276° (west). 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 Kars Airport (KSY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.