Getting Around
Metered licensed taxis are the most common form of transport for travellers, and are hailed directly off the street or found at taxi stands. Municipal buses and trams operate in Algiers, but aren't as popular with tourists. A Metro system opened in 2011 and has 19 stations throughout the city.
Car hire is available from the airport or through a hotel, though driving can be a hair-raising experience because of local driving conditions. Central Algiers is quite easily navigated on foot, with movement in the Casbah largely restricted to pedestrians; a four-wheel drive vehicle is essential when driving outside Algiers. Public ferries also operate from Algiers to other main coastal towns, including Ghazaouet, Oran, Annaba and Bejaia.
Airports
Algiers Airport
The airport is located 11 miles (18km) southeast of Algiers.
Algiers Airport (ALG)
Location
The airport is located 11 miles (18km) southeast of Algiers.Getting to the city
A bus run by ETUSA operates between the city and airport roughly every 30 minutes.
Time
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Car hire companies include Hertz and Rapide.
Airport Taxis
Taxis are available at the airport; a ride into Algiers could take up to 50 minutes in heavy traffic.
Transfer between terminals
The terminals are linked by a free shuttle bus.
Facilities
Airport facilities include ATMs, currency exchange, information points, duty-free shopping, and restaurants.
Parking
Long- and short-term parking is available.