Book flights from Chongqing to Algiers with Qatar Airways
Book a flight from Chongqing to Algiers with Qatar Airways and discover some of the best delights of air travel. During your journey, award-winning cuisine, ergonomic seating that allows you to totally relax, and a pleasant and professional cabin crew will speed you on your way to Algeria’s romantic capital. Whether you’re travelling for business or pleasure, your trip to this vibrant destination is off to a great start with flights with Qatar Airways.
Algiers is a sprawling North African city on the Mediterranean coastline, with an ancient heart and numerous visitor attractions. Around the central Ketchaoua Mosque are several elegant Ottoman mansions, and close to these you’ll find the ancient Casbah, a veritable maze of winding streets.
The Musee des Beaux-Arts and the National Museum of Antiquities have excellent collections of arts and ancient artefacts, and the Notre Dame d’Afrique is worth a visit for its unusual, neo-Byzantine design. The 17th century CE Ketchaoua Mosque is another interesting place of worship here, at the foot of the Casbah.
Arriving in Algiers
A fascinating blend of Mediterranean style and North African spirit, the Algerian capital of Algiers has been an internationally important trading post for a millennium.
Today it relies on tourism as much as it does on trade, and welcomes visitors from all over the world who come for its café culture, unique atmosphere and its Casbah. Book a flight to Algiers with Qatar Airways and you’ll discover a city with a warm welcome and an energetic, passionate approach to life.
Residents of Algiers are hospitable and generous, and both business and leisure travellers will find this to be an exceptionally friendly city. Today, modern architecture sits alongside more traditional Moorish design, blending ancient and modern into an eclectic mix of styles.
Tourist attractions
The must see attraction of Algiers has to be the city’s Casbah, Algiers’ ancient heart that captures a myriad of smells, colours and sounds into a mind-blowing cacophony of uniquely Algerian vibrancy. This part of the city dates back to the 17th century and has been declared an UNESCO World Heritage site, such is its importance.
The Notre Dame d'Afrique is an extraordinary basilica that dates back to the 19th century, but adopts a very traditional North African design. It is a stunning piece of architecture (note that photography is not allowed inside the basilica itself) and a prime example of the Neo-Byzantine style pioneered by French architect Jean Eugène Fromageau.
The truly stunning garden of Le Jardin d'Essai du Hamma is an oasis of tranquil beauty in the heart of the city. Laid out in a traditional Islamic style, this garden is beautifully maintained and offers a cool escape from the heat and noise of the city.
Other attractions in this culturally rich city include the imposing Fort Santa Cruz and the spectacular Roman ruins at both Timgad and Djemila.
Travel Considerations
Flights to Algiers with Qatar Airways land at Houari Boumediene Airport, 12 miles south of the city. Visa restrictions for entry into the country will depend on your country of origin, length of stay and whether your trip is for business or pleasure. Before you fly to Algiers please check the visa and passport requirements.
Flying from Chongqing, China
One of southwest China’s biggest transport hubs, Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport has ambitions to become China’s largest airport by 2030 and is currently undergoing a period of rapid expansion. In 2014 it was voted Best Airport in the 25–40 Million Passenger Size by the Airports Council, and is popular with both leisure and business travellers.
Its continued growth makes it an ideal exit point for anyone travelling from Western China, and passengers flying from Chongqing with Qatar Airways will be impressed with the excellent standard of service, the professional staff and the high-quality facilities that make flying from Chongqing a real pleasure.
Transportation and parking
As the airport expands, its ground transportation is also developing quickly. Four highways designed to feed into the airport are currently under construction, as well as additional plans to build more dedicated train stations to serve the airport.
Currently, bus connections from the centre of the city provide a free early morning service if your flight is before 8 a.m. Taxis are plentiful and can be booked by your concierge, or Subway Line 3 can take you straight to the station, with the exit to the terminals in the parking lot close to Terminal 2.
There are currently three parking areas, an international (outdoor) lot in front of Terminal 1, a domestic (outdoor) parking area in front of Terminal 2, and an underground indoor parking area under Terminal 2. There is currently enough space for up to 2,300 cars, with a multi-storey, 5,000-space car park planned soon.
Arriving at the airport
Passengers flying from Chongqing with Qatar Airways depart from Terminal 1. This is the dedicated international terminal, and is well laid out with plenty of check-in desks and security control points.
The process is very efficient, but it is important to have all your paperwork in order before arriving. VIP and business class lounges are close to Boarding Gate B25, while a public lounge is available for passengers. Allow approximately one and a half hours before your flight is due to board to check in and pass through security checks.
Facilities and amenities
The airport's First Class lounge has a buffet area, internet access area as well as other facilities, while there are plenty of coffee shops and snack vendors for hot drinks and light refreshments.
Wi-Fi is available throughout the International Departures terminal, and there are also plenty of ATMs and currency exchange points.
An extensive retail sector provides travellers with everything they need, including any last-minute gifts from Duty-Free shops, and some local crafts, jewellery and produce.