North Africa fuel prices

Fuel prices in Algeria

Check the latest available petrol, diesel, and LPG snapshot for Algeria in DZD. Use this page to plan generator spend, compare Algeria with other African countries, and sanity-check transport or household fuel budgets.

Updated Mar 1, 2026 · Latest available prices · Verify locally before purchase.

Generator cost estimate in Algeria

A 5 KVA petrol generator running 8 hours per day for 26 days per month uses about 312 litres monthly in this simple planning model.

Monthly estimateDZD 14,352

$106.08 for comparison.

Fuel used312 litres/month

Assumes 1.5 litres per hour.

Price basisDZD 46/L

Use local pump prices for final decisions.

How to use these Algeria fuel prices

AfroFuel shows Algeria prices in local currency first because households, drivers, shops, and procurement teams usually pay locally. The USD values are secondary comparison figures for checking Algeria against the wider African table.

In this snapshot, Algeria petrol is 43% below the North Africa average. Prices may still differ between Algiers, Oran, rural stations, bulk suppliers, and border corridors.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the petrol price in Algeria?

The latest available AfroFuel snapshot shows petrol in Algeria at DZD 46/L, with a USD comparison of $0.34/L. Prices can vary between Algiers, Oran, highways, depots, and individual stations.

What is the diesel price in Algeria?

Diesel is shown at DZD 33/L in the latest available snapshot. Use the USD comparison of $0.24/L only for cross-country comparison, not as a pump quote.

How much is LPG in Algeria?

LPG is listed at DZD 15/kg in the snapshot. AfroFuel displays LPG per kilogram so households and small businesses can compare cylinder refill costs more easily.

How much does a 5 KVA generator cost to run in Algeria?

Using a simple 5 KVA estimate of 1.5 litres per hour for 8 hours per day and 26 days per month, monthly petrol spend is about DZD 14,352, or $106.08 for comparison.

When were these Algeria fuel prices updated?

This country page uses the latest available AfroFuel row updated Mar 1, 2026. Treat it as a planning estimate and verify the local pump, depot, or supplier price before buying fuel or quoting transport.

Can I compare Algeria with another African country?

Yes. Use the comparison tool to compare Algeria against nearby North Africa markets or any other country in the AfroFuel table.