Rabat to Fes flights
Fes lies 169 km (105 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 58 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 | Fes | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Morocco | Morocco |
| Population | 1.7 million | 1.2 million |
| Elevation | 46 m (151 ft) | 406 m (1,332 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Casablanca) | UTC+1 (Africa/Casablanca) |
| Nearest large airport | RBA, 9 km out | FEZ, 12 km out |
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 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 Rabat?
169 km (105 mi) in a straight line, east of Rabat.
How long does it take to get from Rabat to Fes by air?
About 58 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 Fes?
No, both are on Africa/Casablanca at the moment.
Which airports are used for Rabat to Fes flights?
Typically Rabat-Salé Airport (RBA) to Fes Saïss International Airport (FEZ).
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.