Fes Airport, Morocco (FEZ)
Everything you need when you land at Fes airport: how to reach the city, our private transfer, what to know before you land and 18 direct flight examples from 7 countries.
About Fes airport Morocco
Fes airport Morocco – officially Fes-Saiss Airport – is start with the oldest medina in Morocco, then cross the Middle Atlas to the Merzouga dunes and finish in Marrakech.
- Airport codeFEZ
- TerminalsOne passenger terminal
- To the cityAbout 13 to 15 km from Fes city centre; about 25 to 30 minutes by car
- Direct flights18 examples from 7 countries – see them
From Fes 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
- Bus 16 to the main train station and bus station: about 40 minutes, roughly hourly 06:00 to 23:00, 4 MAD (light luggage only)
- Taxis wait at the terminal exit; fixed fare to the city centre, about 120 to 150 MAD – agree it before you go
Driving times from Fes airport
Approximate times by road without stops – plan a little more in summer traffic and on mountain roads.
Direct flights to Fes 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?
- Ireland – connect via Casablanca, or fly Dublin to Marrakech and connect
- Switzerland – connect via Casablanca, or Paris/Barcelona
- Portugal – connect via Casablanca
- Scandinavia – connect via Casablanca, Paris or Amsterdam
- USA / Canada – connect via Casablanca (Royal Air Maroc from New York, Washington, Miami, Montreal, Toronto)
- UAE / Qatar / Saudi Arabia – connect via Casablanca
- 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 Fes airport
- Small airport with a few cafes, ATMs and car rental desks
- A Maroc Telecom shop at the airport sells SIM cards
- Royal Air Maroc Express links Fes with Casablanca for long-haul connections
- Taxis use a fixed fare to the city; confirm the price before you set off
Facilities at Fes airport
- Open at nightThe terminal is open 24 hours; cafés close in the late evening.
- LoungesAspire Executive Lounge – departures; Priority Pass or paid entry
- Wi-FiFree Wi-Fi for up to 3 hours (you may need a phone number to get the code).
- Food & drinksA few cafés and snack bars before and after security.
- Car rentalAir Car, France Car, Europcar, Avis, Hertz.
- Also in the terminal
- 24-hour medical unit
- Prayer rooms before and after security
- No left-luggage office
Landing at Fes 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.
The terminal is open 24 hours; cafés close in the late evening.
We follow it, adapt the pickup time and our team stays reachable on WhatsApp.
WhatsApp usFlying home from Fes 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.
Fes airport Morocco: questions
What is the code of Fes airport?
The IATA code of Fes-Saiss Airport is FEZ.
How far is Fes airport from the city?
About 13 to 15 km from Fes city centre; about 25 to 30 minutes by car
How do I get from Fes 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 Fes airport Morocco?
Examples: United Kingdom, France, Spain, Italy, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium. 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 Fes 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 Fes 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 Fes airport?
Yes. We collect you at Fes airport and the first day of your private trip starts there – you can also fly home from another Moroccan airport.
Other airports in Morocco
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