The flight distance from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) in Algiers, Algeria to Ilopango International Airport (ILS) in San Salvador, El Salvador is 9,307 kilometers (5,783 miles / 5,026 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west northwest at a heading of 282°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Algeria with El Salvador. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:00 in Algiers, it's 06:00 in San Salvador. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,939 feet between the two airports. Ilopango International Airport sits higher than Houari Boumediene Airport.

The return flight from San Salvador (ILS) to Algiers (ALG) follows a heading of 54° (northeast). 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 Ilopango International Airport (ILS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.