Algerian Airlines has resumed flights to Libya, with the first flight taking off on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, from Houari Boumédiène International Airport in Algiers to Tripoli. The resumption of this route is part of the company's strategy to expand its international network, particularly in Africa. The flight schedule will be two times a week, providing more options for passengers and cargo transportation.
The resumption of flights between Algiers and Tripoli is expected to boost economic and trade relations between the two countries. According to Sid Ahmed Dekdouk, Acting Sales and Networks Manager at Algerian Airlines, the airline aims to make Algeria a regional hub connecting Africa to the rest of the world. The new route is also expected to strengthen ties between the two brotherly countries.
Libyan Ambassador to Algeria, Saleh Hamida Mohamed Bkeda, welcomed the resumption of flights, describing it as a significant step towards enhancing bilateral relations and historical ties between the two nations. He emphasized that the route has economic, social, and humanitarian dimensions, facilitating travel and communication between the two peoples.
The resumption of flights between Algeria and Libya comes as part of Algerian Airlines' efforts to expand its international network. The airline recently announced the launch of five new international routes to Africa and Asia. The new routes include four destinations in Africa: Conakry, Brazzaville, Lagos, and Tripoli.
The expansion of Algerian Airlines' network is in line with the company's strategy to strengthen its presence in Africa and make Algeria a major hub for air transportation. The new routes will provide more travel options for passengers and increase trade and economic exchanges between Algeria and its international partners.
The resumption of flights to Libya is also significant for Algeria's aviation industry, which has been growing rapidly in recent years. The country's airports have seen a significant increase in traffic, and the government has been investing in modernizing and expanding airport infrastructure.
Algerian Airlines' resumption of flights to Libya is a positive development for both countries, and it is expected to have a positive impact on trade, tourism, and economic relations between Algeria and Libya. The airline's expansion plans are expected to continue, with more new routes and destinations to be announced in the coming months.
Key points
- Algerian Airlines resumes flights to Libya after a 12-year hiatus
- The new route will operate two times a week, providing more options for passengers and cargo transportation
- The resumption of flights is expected to boost economic and trade relations between Algeria and Libya
