Rabat to Blida flights
Blida lies 918 km (571 mi) east of Rabat, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 56 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.
| Rabat | Blida | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Morocco | Algeria |
| Population | 1.7 million | 331,779 |
| Elevation | 46 m (151 ft) | 256 m (840 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Casablanca) | UTC+1 (Africa/Algiers) |
| Nearest large airport | RBA, 9 km out | ALG, 43 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Blida
Crossing from Morocco into Algeria: money changes from the Dirham to the Dinar (DZD); sockets are Euro, Schuko, Type E; the dialling code becomes +213; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648803 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648842.
Airports at each end
Leaving Rabat
Rabat is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Rabat-Salé Airport (RBA), 9 km (6 mi) from the centre, whose 11,483-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in 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.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houari Boumediene Airport | ALG | 43 km (27 mi) | 11,483 ft | 82 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Blida from Rabat?
918 km (571 mi) in a straight line, east of Rabat.
How long does it take to get from Rabat to Blida by air?
About 1 h 56 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Rabat and Blida?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Rabat to Blida flights?
Typically Rabat-Salé Airport (RBA) to Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG).
What currency do I need in Blida?
The Dinar (DZD).
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.