Travelling from Algiers Airport (ALG) to Mohammed V Airport (CMN): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Algiers Airport to Mohammed V Airport is 2 hours.
Casablanca's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Algiers.
Your ALG to CMN flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Jetting into Casablanca (and then exploring more of Morocco!) is a cinch with Royal Air Maroc. This popular carrier has direct flights from Algiers Airport to Mohammed V Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Royal Air Maroc on this route.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Algiers Airport to Mohammed V Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between ALG and CMN include:
Barcelona Airport
Tunis Carthage Airport
Bordeaux Airport
Handy information about Algiers Airport (ALG)
Algiers Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Algiers. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to ALG? If you're catching an early flight from Algiers Airport to Mohammed V Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Mohammed V Airport (CMN)
Consider staying in a hotel close to CMN if you have a late Algiers Airport to Mohammed V Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Mohammed V Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from addCar, drivus or united rent a car and find adventure across Casablanca and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Mohammed V Airport around four weeks before you set off.
When to fly to Mohammed V Airport (CMN)
The quietest month for a flight from Algiers Airport to Mohammed V Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Casablanca based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Algiers Airport to Mohammed V Airport for August if you'd like to visit Casablanca during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ALG to CMN in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of Morocco
You've done Casablanca, now it's time to explore more of Morocco. Journey around 80 kilometres north-east to Rabat to tick off its top attractions. From Masjid Hassan II to National Archaeology Museum and Mausoleum of Mohammed V, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 241 kilometres east of Casablanca, Fes is another favourite stop in Morocco. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Fes Médina, Royal Palace of Fez and Musée.