ALG
Algiers
Algeria
8,577 km
5,330 miles
SBX
Shelby
United States
Distance
8,577 km
5,330 mi / 4,631 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Africa/Algiers
Heading
322°
northwest

Airport Comparison

ALG SBX
Airport Name Houari Boumediene Airport Shelby Airport
IATA Code ALG SBX
ICAO Code DAAG KSBX
City Algiers Shelby
Country Algeria United States
Timezone Africa/Algiers America/Denver
Elevation 82 ft 3,443 ft
Coordinates 36.690000, 3.220000 48.540000, -111.870000

Algiers (ALG) to Shelby (SBX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) in Algiers, Algeria to Shelby Airport (SBX) in Shelby, United States is 8,577 kilometers (5,330 miles / 4,631 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 322°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Algeria with United States. 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 13:13 in Algiers, it's 05:13 in Shelby. With a 8-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 3,361 feet between the two airports. Shelby Airport sits higher than Houari Boumediene Airport.

The return flight from Shelby (SBX) to Algiers (ALG) follows a heading of 48° (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 Shelby Airport (SBX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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