Rabat Airport, Morocco (RBA)
Everything you need when you land at Rabat airport: how to reach the city, our private transfer, what to know before you land and 34 direct flight examples from 14 countries.
About Rabat airport Morocco
Rabat airport Morocco – officially Rabat-Salé Airport – is the capital is a calm place to land. From Rabat we start any of our northern or imperial-city routes – Casablanca is one hour away.
- Airport codeRBA
- TerminalsTerminal 1 (opened 2012). A bigger new terminal is being built for the 2030 World Cup
- To the cityAbout 8 km east-northeast of Rabat, about 20 min by taxi. Casablanca is about 90 km away.
- Direct flights34 examples from 14 countries – see them
From Rabat 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
- Airport express bus to Rabat Ville and Rabat Agdal stations (Agdal is the high-speed train station): 25 MAD, about hourly
- Taxi to central Rabat: about 150-200 MAD
- Tram line 2 and city bus line 10 stop about a 20-25 min walk from the terminal (near the Atacadao supermarket), so not handy with bags
Driving times from Rabat airport
Approximate times by road without stops – plan a little more in summer traffic and on mountain roads.
Direct flights to Rabat 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?
- USA – connect via Casablanca (Royal Air Maroc), then about 1 h by train or road; or via Paris / Madrid
- Canada – connect via Casablanca (Royal Air Maroc) or Paris
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 Rabat airport
- ATMs and a currency exchange desk are in the arrivals hall
- Taxis are cash only, so take out dirhams before leaving the terminal
- Local SIM cards or eSIMs can be bought at the airport
- The express bus to Rabat Agdal links straight to high-speed trains to Tangier and Casablanca
Facilities at Rabat airport
- Open at nightThe airport is open 24 hours.
- Wi-FiFree Wi-Fi.
- Food & drinksA café-bar before and after security.
- Car rentalAvis, Budget, Hertz, Air Car, France Car and local agencies in arrivals.
- Also in the terminal
- 24-hour medical unit
- A much bigger new terminal is being finished – services may change
- No left-luggage office
Landing at Rabat 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 airport is open 24 hours.
We follow it, adapt the pickup time and our team stays reachable on WhatsApp.
WhatsApp usFlying home from Rabat 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.
Trips starting near Rabat airport
Rabat airport Morocco: questions
What is the code of Rabat airport?
The IATA code of Rabat-Salé Airport is RBA.
How far is Rabat airport from the city?
About 8 km east-northeast of Rabat, about 20 min by taxi. Casablanca is about 90 km away.
How do I get from Rabat 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 Rabat airport Morocco?
Examples: UK, Ireland, France, Spain, Italy, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, Switzerland, Portugal, Scandinavia, Turkey, Middle East, 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 Rabat 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 Rabat 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 Rabat airport?
Yes. We collect you at Rabat airport and the first day of your private trip starts there – you can also fly home from another Moroccan airport.
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Landing in Rabat?
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