Béchar to Meknes flights
Meknes lies 401 km (249 mi) north-west of Béchar, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 16 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Béchar | Meknes | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Algeria | Morocco |
| Population | 165,241 | 568,295 |
| Elevation | 780 m (2,559 ft) | 531 m (1,742 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Algiers) | UTC+1 (Africa/Casablanca) |
| Nearest large airport | CBH, 6 km out | FEZ, 53 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Meknes
Crossing from Algeria into Morocco: money changes from the Dinar to the Dirham (MAD); sockets are Euro, Type E; the dialling code becomes +212; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648864.
Airports at each end
Leaving Béchar
Béchar is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Béchar Boudghene Ben Ali Lotfi Airport (CBH), 6 km (4 mi) from the centre, whose 12,245-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Meknes
Meknes is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Fes Saïss International Airport (FEZ), 53 km (33 mi) from the centre, whose 10,499-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fes Saïss International Airport | FEZ | 53 km (33 mi) | 10,499 ft | 1,900 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Meknes from Béchar?
401 km (249 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Béchar.
How long does it take to get from Béchar to Meknes by air?
About 1 h 16 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Béchar and Meknes?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Béchar to Meknes flights?
Typically Béchar Boudghene Ben Ali Lotfi Airport (CBH) to Fes Saïss International Airport (FEZ).
What currency do I need in Meknes?
The Dirham (MAD).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.