Sidi Bel Abbes to Marrakesh flights
Marrakesh lies 790 km (491 mi) south-west of Sidi Bel Abbes, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 46 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.
| Sidi Bel Abbes | Marrakesh | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Algeria | Morocco |
| Population | 210,146 | 995,871 |
| Elevation | 476 m (1,562 ft) | 457 m (1,499 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Algiers) | UTC+1 (Africa/Casablanca) |
| Nearest large airport | ORN, 48 km out | RAK, 5 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Marrakesh
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 Sidi Bel Abbes
Sidi Bel Abbes is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Oran Es-Sénia (Ahmed Ben Bella) International Airport (ORN), 48 km (30 mi) from the centre, whose 11,811-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Zenata – Messali El Hadj Airport (TLM, 78 km).
Arriving in Marrakesh
Marrakesh is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Marrakesh Menara Airport (RAK), 5 km (3 mi) from the centre, whose 10,170-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marrakesh Menara Airport | RAK | 5 km (3 mi) | 10,170 ft | 1,545 ft |
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Staying in Marrakesh
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Common questions
How far is Marrakesh from Sidi Bel Abbes?
790 km (491 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Sidi Bel Abbes.
How long does it take to get from Sidi Bel Abbes to Marrakesh by air?
About 1 h 46 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Sidi Bel Abbes and Marrakesh?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Sidi Bel Abbes to Marrakesh flights?
Typically Oran Es-Sénia (Ahmed Ben Bella) International Airport (ORN) to Marrakesh Menara Airport (RAK).
What currency do I need in Marrakesh?
The Dirham (MAD).
Where can I stay in Marrakesh?
Our booking partner lists 19 places to stay in Marrakesh, bookable on this site.
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.