Blida to Fes flights
Fes lies 760 km (473 mi) west of Blida, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 43 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.
| Blida | Fes | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Algeria | Morocco |
| Population | 331,779 | 1.2 million |
| Elevation | 256 m (840 ft) | 406 m (1,332 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Algiers) | UTC+1 (Africa/Casablanca) |
| Nearest large airport | ALG, 43 km out | FEZ, 12 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Fes
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 Blida
Blida is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG), 43 km (27 mi) from the centre, whose 11,483-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Fes
Fes is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Fes Saïss International Airport (FEZ), 12 km (7 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 | 12 km (7 mi) | 10,499 ft | 1,900 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Fes from Blida?
760 km (473 mi) in a straight line, west of Blida.
How long does it take to get from Blida to Fes by air?
About 1 h 43 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Blida and Fes?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Blida to Fes flights?
Typically Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to Fes Saïss International Airport (FEZ).
What currency do I need in Fes?
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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.