Airport Lounges

Lounge access options at Houari Boumediene Airport — Priority Pass, airline lounges and day passes.

Lounges at ALG

Houari Boumediene has airline-contracted lounges (First Class Lounge in T1 for international business-class passengers, VIP Lounge in T2 for domestic business-class) plus walk-in pay lounges — a VIP Lounge in T1 (~2,700 DZD entry fee) and one in T2 (~1,350 DZD, with annual membership or 10-visit card options also sold).

Air Algérie Salon Première Classe

SGSIA VIP Lounge (T1)

SGSIA VIP Lounge (T2)

Insider tip

Be cautious of third-party aggregator sites claiming Priority Pass works at Algiers — Priority Pass's own official lounge directory does not list any Algeria/Algiers location, so don't count on your Priority Pass membership here; instead budget for the walk-in lounges' cash/card entrance fee if you want airside comfort.

Lounge availability, access policies and amenities at ALG change regularly. Verify with the lounge operator or your card/membership provider before travel.

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Book a Lounge Day Pass

Not a frequent flyer? Buy a single-visit day pass for ALG and enjoy the lounge on your next trip — no membership needed.

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Lounge Tips for Algiers

Arrive at the lounge at least 90 minutes before departure — most lounges get crowded in the final hour before peak departures.

Lounge WiFi is usually much faster and more reliable than the general terminal network — ideal for last-minute work.

Check your travel credit card benefits before buying a Priority Pass — many premium cards include complimentary lounge access.

Alliance status matters: Star Alliance Gold, oneworld Emerald/Sapphire and SkyTeam Elite Plus members can typically access partner lounges even when flying Economy.

Some lounges at ALG may be airside only — confirm whether your lounge is accessible before or after security.

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