Errachidia Airport, Morocco (ERH)
Everything you need when you land at Errachidia airport: how to reach the city, our private transfer, what to know before you land and 4 direct flight examples from 2 countries.
About Errachidia airport Morocco
Errachidia airport Morocco – officially Moulay Ali Cherif Airport (Errachidia) – is the closest airport to the Sahara dunes of Erg Chebbi. Fly in, and sleep in a desert camp in Merzouga the same night.
- Airport codeERH
- TerminalsOne small terminal (opened 2019, about 3,500 m², for up to 300,000 passengers a year)
- To the cityAbout 3-4 km from Errachidia centre, about 5 min by taxi. Merzouga is about 130 km south via Erfoud, about 2-2.5 h by car.
- Direct flights4 examples from 2 countries – see them
From Errachidia airport to your hotel
Our private transfer
Your driver waits in the arrivals hall with your name, follows your flight if it is late and drives only you and your companions to your hotel, riad or the first stop of your tour.
Other ways into town
- Taxis wait at the terminal exit, about 5 min to the centre
- No airport bus or train link
- For Merzouga: private transfer (about 2-2.5 h) or a bus from Errachidia town (about 2 h 30)
Driving times from Errachidia airport
Approximate times by road without stops – plan a little more in summer traffic and on mountain roads.
Direct flights to Errachidia airport Morocco
Choose your country to see example routes, airlines and flight times. Airlines change routes and days every season – always check the current schedule with the airline.
No direct flight from your country?
- UK, Ireland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, Switzerland, Portugal, Scandinavia – connect via Casablanca (Royal Air Maroc) or Marrakech (Ryanair, a few days a week)
- USA and Canada – connect via Casablanca (Royal Air Maroc)
- Middle East and Turkey – connect via Casablanca
Before you land in Morocco
Passport & visa
Citizens of the UK, the EU, the USA, Canada, Australia and many other countries can visit Morocco for up to 90 days without a visa. Your passport must be valid for your whole stay – many airlines ask for 6 months, so check before you fly.
Money
The Moroccan dirham (MAD) can only be bought in Morocco. Use an ATM or the exchange office in the arrivals hall, and keep some small notes for tips and taxis.
Phone & internet
Local SIM cards (Maroc Telecom, Orange, inwi) are cheap and sold in many arrivals halls and city shops – bring your passport to register it. Many travellers also use an eSIM.
Time zone
Morocco is on GMT+1 most of the year and goes back to GMT+0 during Ramadan. Check the local time of your flight.
Drones
Do not pack a drone: drones are not allowed into Morocco without a special permit and are kept by customs at the airport.
On arrival
After passport control and baggage claim you pass customs, then reach the arrivals hall – that is where your driver waits with your name.
Arrival tips at Errachidia airport
- Closest airport to the Merzouga dunes (about 2 h drive)
- Very small airport with only a few flights a week, so book your transfer ahead
- Paris flights are winter only (from late October to late March)
- Ryanair from Marrakech runs only about 2-3 times a week
Facilities at Errachidia airport
- Also in the terminalA small airport about 3 km from town – grand taxis wait outside (agree the fare first); no bus or train
Landing at Errachidia airport late at night?
Many flights land in the evening. If you arrive late, the simplest is to book your transfer in advance: your driver follows your flight and waits in the arrivals hall, even if you are delayed. Taxi fares are often higher at night, and some public buses stop running in the evening.
We follow it, adapt the pickup time and our team stays reachable on WhatsApp.
WhatsApp usFlying home from Errachidia airport
- Moroccan airports check bags at the terminal entrance, so expect a first security line before check-in.
- For international flights, arrive about 3 hours before departure – queues at passport control can be long in high season.
- Spend or change your last dirhams before passport control: shops and cafés after security are limited at smaller airports.
- Fly home from another city if it suits your route – for example land in Fes or Tangier and fly home from Marrakech. We drop you at the airport on your last day.
Errachidia airport Morocco: questions
What is the code of Errachidia airport?
The IATA code of Moulay Ali Cherif Airport (Errachidia) is ERH.
How far is Errachidia airport from the city?
About 3-4 km from Errachidia centre, about 5 min by taxi. Merzouga is about 130 km south via Erfoud, about 2-2.5 h by car.
How do I get from Errachidia airport to my hotel?
The easiest way is a private transfer: our driver waits in the arrivals hall with your name and drives you to your hotel or riad. Public options are listed on this page.
Which countries have direct flights to Errachidia airport Morocco?
Examples: France, Morocco (domestic). Routes and airlines change with the seasons – always check with the airline.
Do I need a visa for Morocco?
Citizens of the UK, the EU, the USA, Canada, Australia and many other countries can visit Morocco for up to 90 days without a visa. Your passport must be valid for your whole stay – many airlines ask for 6 months, so check before you fly.
Can I get Moroccan dirhams at Errachidia airport?
Yes – the dirham can only be bought in Morocco. Use an ATM or the exchange office in the arrivals hall.
How early should I be at Errachidia airport for my flight home?
For international flights, about 3 hours before departure. There is a security check at the terminal entrance before check-in.
Can my tour start at Errachidia airport?
Yes. We collect you at Errachidia airport and the first day of your private trip starts there – you can also fly home from another Moroccan airport.
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