Ferry to Algeria in 2026: companies, routes, prices and car rules

Companies and routes

Seasons

• Summer: Algérie Ferries ran 15 June to 15 September 2026, Corsica Linea from 16 June with two or three rotations a week, Nouris Elbahr until 31 October.
• Autumn-winter: Algérie Ferries opened sales on 2 September 2026 for crossings until the end of January 2027 (Algiers–Marseille about five to seven times a month, Algiers–Alicante twice a month).
• Summer sales usually open in February; the first summer weeks and August sell out first.

2026 prices

Return fares reported for summer 2026, with a car and a cabin unless stated.

Where to book

Travelling with a car

• From 15 June to 15 September, new cars and cars under three years old bought abroad were not accepted at the ports of Algiers and Oran in 2026. Use another port or check the rules for importing a car.
• Vehicles with more than seven seats are allowed for family use.
• Keep the car’s registration papers, insurance valid in Algeria and your passport together for customs at both ends.

Before you sail

• Compare two companies on the same dates; prices differ by hundreds of euros.
• Shoulder season (June or September) costs much less than August.
• Watch for promotions: GNV announced discounts of up to 30–40% in 2026.
• Cash above the declaration limit is declared at customs (see the cash limits guide).
• Arrive at the port early: check-in for cars closes well before departure.

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