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Which airport near Chefchaouen?

Chefchaouen is nestled in the heart of the Rif Mountains, offering a spectacular natural setting. The mountains surrounding the city are characterised by towering peaks, steep ridges and lush green valleys. Chefchaouen’s mountainous landscape is stunningly beautiful and offers many opportunities for exploration and nature appreciation.

Is there an airport in Chefchaouen?

No, there is no airport in Chefchaouen. One of the reasons why there is no direct airport to the city is its high altitude location. If you wish to fly into Chefchaouen, you will need to land at one of the nearest airports and then take ground transportation to the city.

Which airport should you land at to visit Chefchaouen?

The nearest airports to Chefchaouen are

Tangier Ibn Battuta Airport: This is located approximately 116km north-east of Chefchaouen. It is the closest international airport to the city.

Fez-Saïs Airport: It is located about 210 km east of Chefchaouen. It is also an international airport that can be used to travel to Chefchaouen.

Getting from Tangier Ibn Battuta Airport to Chefchaouen

To get from Tangier Ibn Battuta Airport to Chefchaouen, you have several transport options:

By taxi

At the airport exit, you will find taxis available to Chefchaouen.

You can negotiate the price with the driver or ask him to use the taxi meter. Make sure you agree on the fare before you get into the taxi.

The taxi ride from Tangier airport to Chefchaouen takes about 2 to 2.5 hours, depending on traffic and road conditions.

By transfer service

You can book a private transfer service in advance. Many travel agencies and transport companies offer this service. They will pick you up at the airport and drive you directly to your destination in Chefchaouen.

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By bus

There are also buses available from Tangier airport. You should first take a small taxi to the Tangier bus station (ask for the CTM bus station). From there you can take a bus to Chefchaouen.

CTM buses and other companies run regular services between Tangier and Chefchaouen. Timetables and fares may vary, so it is best to check in advance.

The journey takes 2.5 hours. The ticket costs Dhs 80 (about €8). Via the CTM line, there is a departure every 3 hours. The first one is at 9am.

Getting from Fez-Sais airport to Chefchaouen

Fez-Sais airport is further away than Tangier Ibn Battuta airport from Chefchaouen. It will take you more than 4 hours to reach Chefchaouen city centre.

To get from Fez-Sais airport to Chefchaouen, you have several transport options:

By taxi

There are taxis available at the airport exit. The taxi ride from Fez-Sais airport to Chefchaouen takes approximately 3 to 3.5 hours, depending on traffic and road conditions.

As discussed later, it is always important to establish the fare before getting into the taxi to avoid any confusion.

Transfer service

Many travel agencies and transport companies offer a transfer service between the airport and Chefchaouen town. They will pick you up directly from the airport and drive you to your destination.

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By bus

At Fez-Sais airport, you can take a taxi or other means of transport to the Fez bus station. From there you can take a bus to Chefchaouen. CTM buses and other companies provide regular connections between Fez and Chefchaouen.

The journey takes about 4.5 hours and the ticket costs Dhs110 (about €10). Via the CTM line, there are departures every 3 hours. The first one is at 8am.