Athens is set to strengthen its international air connectivity with the addition of a new direct flight connection to Algiers, as Air Algérie prepares to launch its Athens–Algiers route on 24 December 2026. The new service will establish another link between Greece and North Africa, offering travellers greater opportunities to explore both destinations.
Algiers, the capital of Algeria, is often referred to as Alger la Blanche (The White City), a name inspired by its distinctive white buildings overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. The city has a rich history dating back to antiquity, when it was known as Icosium under Phoenician and Roman influence. Its name has been associated with the “Island of the Twenty” and the “Island of Seagulls” or owls. Algiers was later re-established as a settlement in the 10th century under the Zirid dynasty, gradually developing into the vibrant Mediterranean capital it is today.
The upcoming route represents a welcome addition to Athens International Airport’s growing network of international connections. It also introduces Air Algérie as a new airline partner in the Greek capital, creating further opportunities for tourism, business travel and cultural exchange between the two countries.
For travellers departing from Athens, the new connection will make discovering Algeria more accessible, opening the door to Algiers’ historic architecture, Mediterranean atmosphere and distinctive cultural heritage. At the same time, the route is expected to support greater mobility between Greece and Algeria, potentially encouraging increased visitor flows in both directions.
With its inaugural flight scheduled for Christmas Eve 2026, the new Athens–Algiers connection marks another positive development for Greece’s international air connectivity and its links with the wider Mediterranean region.
