Paris, France → Algiers, Algeria · ✈ 2h 11min · 🚗 21h 53min
727 nautical miles · Time difference: Same timezone · Direction: south
The distance from Paris to Algiers is 1,347 km (837 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 2h 11min.
The straight-line distance from Paris, France to Algiers, Algeria is approximately 1,347 kilometers (837 miles or 727 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
Algiers is located south of Paris. Paris is in Europe, in the Île-de-France region of France, while Algiers is in Africa, in Algiers, Algeria. This intercontinental route spans from Europe to Africa.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 1,347 km | ~2h 11min | Best option for speed |
| 🚄 High-Speed Train | ~1,549 km | ~4h 49min | Comfortable alternative to flying |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Paris to Algiers. For 1,347 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Paris sits at 48.8566°N, 2.3522°E, while Algiers is located at 36.7538°N, 3.0588°E. The initial compass bearing from Paris to Algiers is 177° (S), so a great-circle flight path leaves Paris heading roughly S. Because the Earth is curved, the actual heading shifts gradually along the route — pilots and navigation systems update it continuously instead of holding a single fixed compass bearing.
The latitude difference is 12.10° and the longitude difference is 0.71°. Each degree of latitude represents about 111 km, which is one reason cross-latitude routes feel longer even when the map looks similar to east–west journeys.
The geographic midpoint between Paris and Algiers is approximately 42.8057°N, 2.7402°E. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 674 km from each city. For road trips, a stop near this latitude/longitude makes for a natural overnight or lunch break.
Paris and Algiers share the same approximate time zone, so meetings, calls, and arrivals don't require any clock adjustment. This makes the route especially convenient for short business trips. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
Paris is a major city in France with a population of approximately 2,161,000. Located in the Île-de-France region, it is an important hub in Europe. Paris is a significant metropolitan area in France with good domestic and international transport connections.
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Algiers is a notable city in Algeria with a population of approximately 3,415,811. Situated in the Algiers region, it serves as a key destination in Africa. Algiers offers solid transport connections and a variety of arrival options as a major city in Algeria.
1,347 km is a long-distance route that typically requires air travel. This is comparable to crossing an ocean or continent. For context, London to Dubai is about 5,500 km.
At 1,347 km, the Paris-Algiers route is about 3.4% of Earth's circumference. A commercial jet covers this distance in about 2h 11min.
This route crosses from Europe to Africa, spanning 0 timezones.
The straight-line distance from Paris to Algiers is approximately 1,347 kilometers (837 miles, 727 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 2h 11min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 21h 53min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Algiers is approximately Same timezone compared to Paris.
The estimated road distance is approximately 1,751 km, which is about 30% longer than the 1,347 km straight-line distance.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: April 21, 2026.