Airports

List of Airports in Morocco: Complete Guide & Transfers

List and comparison of 10 Morocco airports: taxi fares, city distance, terminal services (SIM, parking), transfers and car rental to pick the right entry point.

Compare at a glance

Compare Morocco airports at a glance: taxi fares 80-350 MAD, city distance, available transport, terminal services (SIM, parking) and indicative car rental prices.

Casablanca and Marrakech: the essentials in 30 seconds

Morocco's two busiest airports, summarised for a quick check before landing or departing.

Casablanca Mohammed V (CMN)

Casablanca
On arrival :
30 km from the city centre, about 40 min of travel. Options from the terminal: ONCF train, taxi, car rental.
On departure :
T1 / T2. Allow at least 40 min from the city centre, on top of your airline's check-in time.
Taxi :
250350 MAD
SIM card :
Maroc Telecom, Orange and inwi desks in the arrivals hall (passport required)
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Marrakech Menara (RAK)

Marrakech
On arrival :
6 km from the city centre, about 15 min of travel. Options from the terminal: Bus 19, taxi, car rental.
On departure :
T1 / T2. Allow at least 15 min from the city centre, on top of your airline's check-in time.
Taxi :
100200 MAD
SIM card :
Maroc Telecom, Orange and inwi desks in the arrivals hall (passport required)
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Compare Morocco's 10 airports

Indicative car rental prices (per day, outside peak season) and drive times to the city centre.

Comparison of car rental prices and drive times by Moroccan airport
AirportCityBest forDistance to centreDrive timeTaxi to centreTransport optionsEconomy / daySUV / dayTerminals
Tétouan Sania Ramel (TTU)TétouanMediterranean coast5 km10 min80–150 MADPetit taxi, shared taxi, car rental20304060T1
Marrakech Menara (RAK)MarrakechCulture & medina6 km15 min100–200 MADBus 19, taxi, car rental20304060T1 / T2
Oujda Angads (OUD)OujdaEastern Morocco10 km15 min100–150 MADTaxi, shared taxi, car rental20304060T1
Rabat–Salé (RBA)RabatCapital & calm12 km20 min150–250 MADTaxi, tram (downtown), car rental20305080T1
Tanger Ibn Battouta (TNG)TangerFerry to Spain15 km20 min150–250 MADTaxi, hotel shuttle, car rental20304060T1
Fès–Saïss (FEZ)FèsImperial cities15 km20 min120–200 MADTrain shuttle, taxi, car rental20304060T1
Agadir Al Massira (AGA)AgadirSurf & beaches25 km30 min200–300 MADBus 22, taxi, car rental20304060T1
Nador–Al Aroui (NDR)NadorRif & beaches25 km30 min150–250 MADShared taxi, bus, car rental20304060T1
Casablanca Mohammed V (CMN)CasablancaLong-haul flights & connections30 km40 min250–350 MADONCF train, taxi, car rental20304060T1 / T2

Indicative ranges in euros, observed outside peak season; prices rise 30-60% in July-August and over holidays.

Agadir Al Massira
Agadir

Agadir Al Massira

AGA
Best for: Surf & beaches

Aéroport Al Massira, principale porte d'entrée du Souss et de la côte atlantique sud. Trafic majoritairement touristique avec une forte saisonnalité estivale.

25 km30 minT1Taxi 200300 MAD
  • SIM card : Maroc Telecom, Orange and inwi desks in the arrivals hall (passport required)
  • Parking : Single paid car park in front of the terminal, drop-off right by the doors
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Casablanca Mohammed V
Casablanca

Casablanca Mohammed V

CMN
Best for: Long-haul flights & connections

L'aéroport Mohammed V de Casablanca est le principal hub international du Maroc — plus de 9 millions de passagers/an, et le point d'entrée le plus utilisé pour les voyageurs internationaux.

30 km40 minT1 / T2Taxi 250350 MAD
  • SIM card : Maroc Telecom, Orange and inwi desks in the arrivals hall (passport required)
  • Parking : Paid short- and long-stay car parks facing the terminals, drop-off zone at departures
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Aéroport de Dakhla
Dakhla

Aéroport de Dakhla

VIL
Best for: Kitesurf & lagoon

L'aéroport de Dakhla (VIL) est la porte d'entrée de la lagune et des spots de kitesurf. Petit aéroport à terminal unique, situé à quelques minutes du centre-ville.

5 km10 minT1
  • SIM card : Little or no SIM desk at the terminal: buy in town (Maroc Telecom, Orange, inwi stores)
  • Parking : Single paid car park in front of the terminal, drop-off right by the doors
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Fès–Saïss
Fès

Fès–Saïss

FEZ
Best for: Imperial cities

Aéroport Fès–Saïss, porte d'entrée du Maroc impérial. Trafic essentiellement touristique avec une présence croissante des compagnies low-cost.

15 km20 minT1Taxi 120200 MAD
  • SIM card : Maroc Telecom, Orange and inwi desks in the arrivals hall (passport required)
  • Parking : Single paid car park in front of the terminal, drop-off right by the doors
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Marrakech Menara
Marrakech

Marrakech Menara

RAK
Best for: Culture & medina

Porte d'entrée du Sud marocain, l'aéroport Marrakech Menara se situe à seulement 6 km du centre historique. Hub touristique majeur connecté à plus de 50 destinations européennes.

6 km15 minT1 / T2Taxi 100200 MAD
  • SIM card : Maroc Telecom, Orange and inwi desks in the arrivals hall (passport required)
  • Parking : Paid short- and long-stay car parks facing the terminals, drop-off zone at departures
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Nador–Al Aroui
Nador

Nador–Al Aroui

NDR
Best for: Rif & beaches

L'aéroport Nador–Al Aroui est essentiellement un point d'arrivée pour la diaspora marocaine en Europe. Trafic très concentré sur l'été.

25 km30 minT1Taxi 150250 MAD
  • SIM card : Little or no SIM desk at the terminal: buy in town (Maroc Telecom, Orange, inwi stores)
  • Parking : Single paid car park in front of the terminal, drop-off right by the doors
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Oujda Angads
Oujda

Oujda Angads

OUD
Best for: Eastern Morocco

Aéroport Oujda Angads, principal point d'arrivée de l'Oriental. Très saisonnier avec un fort pic estival lié à la communauté MRE.

10 km15 minT1Taxi 100150 MAD
  • SIM card : Little or no SIM desk at the terminal: buy in town (Maroc Telecom, Orange, inwi stores)
  • Parking : Single paid car park in front of the terminal, drop-off right by the doors
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Rabat–Salé
Rabat

Rabat–Salé

RBA
Best for: Capital & calm

Aéroport Rabat–Salé, à taille humaine, dessert la capitale administrative. Trafic surtout institutionnel et affaires, avec des liaisons régulières vers l'Europe.

12 km20 minT1Taxi 150250 MAD
  • SIM card : Maroc Telecom, Orange and inwi desks in the arrivals hall (passport required)
  • Parking : Single paid car park in front of the terminal, drop-off right by the doors
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Tanger Ibn Battouta
Tanger

Tanger Ibn Battouta

TNG
Best for: Ferry to Spain

L'aéroport Ibn Battouta dessert le Détroit et le nord du Maroc. Trafic mixte affaires et tourisme avec une forte communauté MRE en saison.

15 km20 minT1Taxi 150250 MAD
  • SIM card : Maroc Telecom, Orange and inwi desks in the arrivals hall (passport required)
  • Parking : Single paid car park in front of the terminal, drop-off right by the doors
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Tétouan Sania Ramel
Tétouan

Tétouan Sania Ramel

TTU
Best for: Mediterranean coast

L'aéroport Sania Ramel est un petit aéroport régional desservant Tétouan, Chefchaouen et la côte méditerranéenne nord.

5 km10 minT1Taxi 80150 MAD
  • SIM card : Little or no SIM desk at the terminal: buy in town (Maroc Telecom, Orange, inwi stores)
  • Parking : Single paid car park in front of the terminal, drop-off right by the doors
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Arriving in Morocco

Which airport should you fly into?

Morocco operates 9 international airports, each with a very different traffic profile, transfer logic and car-rental offer. Picking the right entry point can save you a 3-hour transfer, several hundred dirhams in taxi fares and a lot of stress on arrival.

Mohammed V (Casablanca, CMN) is the country's main hub, with the widest choice of long-haul flights and a direct train into the city centre (40 min). Marrakech Menara (RAK) is the second hub, ideal for leisure trips, with a 15-minute transfer to the medina. Tangier Ibn Battouta (TNG) serves the North and the ferry connection to Spain, while Fez-Saiss (FEZ) is the gateway to the imperial cities and the Middle Atlas.

Secondary airports — Agadir Al Massira (AGA), Nador Al Aroui (NDR), Oujda Angads (OUD), Rabat-Salé (RBA), Tetouan Sania Ramel (TTU) — work best when your final destination is nearby. Flying into Agadir for a Marrakech trip means a 3-hour transfer; flying into Nador for a Tangier trip means crossing the entire northern coast.

Each airport guide on KARVYX.io covers the same essentials: real distance and transfer time to the city centre, taxi prices and public transport options, the rental car desks present on site (with their physical location at the terminal), the documents required to rent (driving licence age, deposit, insurance), and the typical traps to avoid at the counter.

  • Pick by transfer, not by price

    A 50 EUR cheaper flight loses its value if you need a 200 EUR private transfer to reach your hotel.

  • Renting at the airport vs in town

    Airport rates are often higher but save half a day. Worth it for short stays.

  • Documents required

    Valid driving licence (1 year minimum), credit card in the driver's name, ID and reservation confirmation.

Open the guide for your arrival airport below to get the transfer options, the on-site rental desks, the typical prices in MAD and the practical tips before you land.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about Morocco's airports

Practical answers to the questions travelers ask before landing in Morocco.

What is Morocco's main airport?
Casablanca Mohammed V (IATA: CMN) is Morocco's main airport. It is the country's international hub, with the widest choice of long-haul flights and a direct train link to the city center in about 40 minutes.
Which airport to fly to Marrakech?
Marrakech Menara airport (RAK) is about 6 km from the city center, a 15 to 20 minute taxi ride. It is the country's second hub and the best choice for a stay in Marrakech or the south.
Can I rent a car directly at the airport?
Yes. All 9 main Moroccan airports have rental counters in the arrivals terminal (international brands and local agencies). Booking ahead avoids stock shortages in high season and locks in lower rates.
What documents do I need to rent a car on arrival?
A driving license valid for at least 1 year, a credit card in the main driver's name (for the security deposit), an ID or passport, and the booking confirmation. A national license is sufficient for tourist stays.
How much does an airport taxi cost?
Prices vary by airport and destination. In Marrakech, expect 100 to 200 MAD to reach the medina. In Casablanca, a taxi to downtown costs around 250 to 350 MAD. The Al Boraq train from CMN is the most economical alternative.
Is there a train from the airport?
Only Casablanca Mohammed V is directly connected to the ONCF rail network. Other airports require a taxi, a private transfer or a rental car.