What Air Algerie does

Air Algerie is the state-owned national flag carrier of Algeria, founded in 1947 and incorporated as EPE/SPA (Établissement Public à caractère Economique / Société par Actions) with 60 billion DZD share capital. The airline operates a mixed fleet of 56-58 aircraft across four continents, including A330-900neo, A330-300, Boeing 737 (classic/NG/MAX variants), and ATR turboprop aircraft, serving 90+ destinations (57 international, 33 domestic) from its primary hub at Houari Boumediene International Airport in Algiers. Headquartered in Bab Ezzouar (Algiers), with 5,001-10,000 employees, the airline transported over 8 million passengers in 2025. It holds IOSA, ISO 9001, and AESA/EASA certifications, enabling operations to/from EU member states and meeting international safety standards.

The company's core product is scheduled passenger and cargo air transport, supplemented by a digital ecosystem comprising an online booking platform (airalgerie.dz), native iOS and Android mobile applications, online check-in, a multi-destination booking tool, and a tiered loyalty program (Air Algerie Plus with Djurdjura, Chelia, and Tahat status levels). Ancillary revenue streams include baggage fees (with a no-baggage "Tarif Light" fare family), seat reservation, special meals, in-flight duty-free sales (accepting USD, GBP, CHF, CAD, EUR), and excess baggage. Wholly-owned subsidiaries cover catering (Air Algerie Catering) and cargo (Air Algerie Cargo), with planned subsidiaries for ground handling and MRO. Distribution combines direct digital channels, a 24/7 multilingual call center, and an extensive physical agency network across Algeria plus representative offices in Paris and Rome.

The airline makes money primarily through passenger fares across three cabin classes (Premiere, Affaires, Économique) and multiple fare families (Light, Standard, Flexible), with growing ancillary revenue and recurring loyalty subscriptions. It targets the Algerian diaspora in Europe and North America, leisure and business travelers, Hajj/Umrah pilgrims (coordinated with the National Office of Pilgrimage and Umrah), and government/diplomatic clients. GTM is hybrid: direct-to-consumer via website and mobile app for booking and customer engagement, combined with a field sales/agency network for complex transactions and in-person service. Fleet modernization and route expansion (Manchester-Algiers launched June 2026, Libreville planned) drive the forward strategy.

Name

Air Algerie

Legal name

EPE/SPA AIR ALGÉRIE, Compagnie de Transport Aérien de droit Algérien

Website

https://airalgerie.dz

Company type

Private

Founded year

1947

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

5,001–10,000 employees

Short description

Air Algerie is Algeria's state-owned national flag carrier operating scheduled passenger and cargo flights to 90+ destinations across four continents from its Algiers hub, serving the Algerian diaspora, leisure and business travelers, and Hajj pilgrims.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Airline Services

NAICS

Scheduled Passenger Air Transportation (481111), Nonscheduled Chartered Passenger Air Transportation (481211), Nonscheduled Chartered Freight Air Transportation (481212)

SIC

Air Transportation, Scheduled (4512), Air Transportation, Nonscheduled (4522)

akta.pro primary industry

Full-Service Airlines (Passenger + Belly Cargo Integrated) (THABAAAF)

Keywords

• Passenger air transport
• Scheduled airline services
• Air cargo services
• Frequent flyer program
• Domestic international flights

Headquarters

HQ city

Alger

HQ country

Algeria

HQ region

Africa

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Passenger Airfare Revenue: Core revenue from ticket sales across Economy, Business, and First Class cabins on domestic, regional, and long-haul routes. Multiple fare families are offered (Light, Standard,Flexible) with different conditions for baggage, changes, and refunds.
2. Ancillary Services — Baggage: Revenue from checked baggage fees, excess baggage charges, and oversized baggage surcharges. Light fares exclude checked baggage by default; additional bags can be purchased post-booking.
3. In-Flight Duty Free Sales: Onboard sales of duty-free products including perfumes, cosmetics, tobacco, and other goods, accepted in major foreign currencies (USD, GBP, CHF, CAD, EUR).
4. Ancillary Services — Seat Reservation and Special Meals: Revenue from optional seat reservation, special meal requests, and other ancillary add-ons such as excess baggage primes purchasable through the loyalty program.
5. Air Algerie Plus Loyalty Program: Miles accumulated on flights can be exchanged for reward tickets, cabin upgrades, and excess baggage allowances. Miles can also be transferred between members for a fee.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Air Algerie provides scheduled passenger air transport on domestic routes within Algeria (33 destinations) and international routes (57+ destinations) across Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and North America. Complementary offerings include air cargo transport (via the Air Algerie Cargo subsidiary), in-flight catering (via the Air Algerie Catering subsidiary), onboard duty-free shopping, special assistance services for passengers with reduced mobility, and the Air Algerie Plus frequent-flyer loyalty program with tiered memberships.

Product overview

Air Algerie is Algeria's national flag carrier offering a comprehensive air travel ecosystem. The core product is scheduled passenger and cargo airline service across four continents with 90 total destinations (57 international, 33 domestic). The digital product portfolio centers on an online booking platform (airalgerie.dz) and mobile application enabling reservations, check-in, and booking management. Supporting services include the Air Algerie Plus loyalty program with tiered membership levels, in-flight entertainment on long-haul routes, special assistance services, and duty-free shopping. The company operates subsidiaries in catering and cargo, with a fleet undergoing modernization including new A330-900neo and Boeing 737 MAX aircraft.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Air Algerie Plus: Frequent flyer loyalty program with tier levels: Djurdjura (entry), Chelia (25,000 qualifying miles or 16 segments), Tahat (40,000 qualifying miles or 32 segments), and Fly.In (for young travelers aged 2-17). Miles can be exchanged for free tickets, seat upgrades, and excess baggage benefits.

Products and services

• Scheduled Passenger Air Transport Full-service national flag carrier airline providing scheduled passenger transport on domestic routes (33 Algerian cities) and international routes (57+ destinations) across Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and North America, with three cabin classes (Premiere, Affaires, Economique).
• Air Cargo Services Freight transport services operated through the Air Algerie Cargo subsidiary using belly-cargo capacity on passenger aircraft for cargo shipments.
• Air Algerie Plus Loyalty Program Frequent flyer program with tiered membership levels (Djurdjura entry, Chelia 25,000 qualifying miles or 16 segments, Tahat 40,000 qualifying miles or 32 segments) and a Fly.In sub-program for young travelers. Miles can be redeemed for free tickets, cabin upgrades, and excess baggage benefits, with family pooling and member-to-member transfer available.
• Tarif Light (No-Baggage Fare) Discounted fare option that excludes checked baggage, allowing passengers to add baggage later through online channels, call center, or at airport at defined pricing (e.g., 80 EUR for France/Italy/Belgium to Algeria routes; 70 GBP for UK to Algeria).
• Marhaba and Special Assistance Services Range of special assistance services including Marhaba assistance, wheelchair support (WCHR/WCHS/WCHC), unaccompanied minor handling for children aged 5-15, medical clearance support, and special-needs bookings coordinated via [email protected].
• Onboard Duty-Free Shopping Onboard duty-free shopping service offering perfumes, cosmetics, tobacco, and other products payable in USD, GBP, CHF, CAD, and EUR on long-haul flights.
• In-Flight Catering Services Catering services provided through the Air Algerie Catering subsidiary, supplying in-flight meals to Air Algerie flights and other operators with qualified personnel and equipment.

Quantifiable outcome

• 8 million+ passengers transported in 2025
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• BoeingcoreTechnology or Integration · 27 March 2026Boeing is the primary aircraft supplier for Air Algerie's fleet modernization program. The airline has placed orders for 10 Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft (5 expected H2 2026, 5 in 2027) supplementing 8 pending Boeing 737 MAX 9 deliveries from a 2023 order. Boeing industrial relationship supports medium-haul fleet expansion for regional and European routes.
• National Office of Pilgrimage and Umrah (Algeria)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 February 2026Air Algerie coordinates Hajj and Umrah transport services with Algeria's National Office of Pilgrimage and Umrah. The 2026 Hajj flight program was opened on February 23 via the Algerian Hajj Portal and the Rakb El-Hadjidj mobile application.
• Aéroport de Paris (ADP)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 November 2006ADP co-manages Algiers Houari Boumediene International Airport through SGSIA (Société de Gestion des Services et Infrastructures Aéroportuaires), a subsidiary of EGSA Alger, with ADP as the international partner. The airport is the primary hub for Air Algerie, handling most of its domestic and international operations.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Saudia (Saudi Arabian Airlines): Saudia is the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, comparable as a state-owned full-service airline operating Hajj/Umrah pilgrimage flights alongside scheduled passenger services. Both operate dedicated pilgrimage programs and Middle East/North Africa route networks.
• Royal Air Maroc: Royal Air Maroc is Morocco's national flag carrier, directly comparable to Air Algerie as a North African state-affiliated full-service airline operating passenger and cargo across Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and North America. Both serve similar diaspora corridors and compete for North African connectivity.
• Tunisair: Tunisair is Tunisia's national flag carrier, comparable to Air Algerie as a state-owned North African full-service airline serving European, African, and Middle Eastern routes. Similar scale, fleet mix, and diaspora-driven business model.
• EgyptAir: EgyptAir is Egypt's national flag carrier, comparable to Air Algerie as a state-owned North African full-service airline with scheduled passenger service to Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and North America. Both serve EgyptAir's Star Alliance membership and Air Algerie's growing interline ambitions.

Emerging players

• ASKY Airlines: ASKY Airlines is a pan-African carrier with Ethiopian Airlines partnership, comparable as an emerging African regional carrier competing on intra-Africa routes where Air Algerie also operates (West and Central Africa). Both connect African secondary cities to global hubs.

Broad incumbents

• Air France: Air France is a major European flag carrier that operates overlapping services on Algeria-France routes (Paris, Marseille, Lyon, Toulouse). Comparable as a full-service scheduled passenger carrier with scheduled operations and EUR-denominated cost base.
• Emirates: Emirates is a global full-service flag carrier operating directly to Algiers from Dubai. Comparable as a broad-incumbent full-service carrier competing with Air Algerie on long-haul routings between Algeria and Asia/Middle East.
• Turkish Airlines: Turkish Airlines is a global full-service network carrier with extensive Africa and Europe coverage, including competing on Algeria connections via Istanbul. Comparable as a broad-incumbent full-service flag carrier serving similar multi-continent routes.

Regional players

• Libyan Airlines: Libyan Airlines is Libya's national flag carrier, comparable as a regional North African state-owned full-service airline with limited network reach. Similar regulatory and operational challenges in the North African market.
• Tassili Airlines: Tassili Airlines is an Algerian domestic carrier (subsidiary of Sonatrach) operating charter and regional flights from Algeria. Comparable as a regional Algerian operator overlapping on domestic and short-haul routes, though smaller and primarily oil-and-gas-charter focused.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/AirAlgerieAH
• Facebookfacebook.com/AirAlgerieOfficiel
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/airalgerie
• Instagraminstagram.com/airalgerieah

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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