Sidi Bel Abbes to Rabat flights
Rabat lies 582 km (362 mi) 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 30 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 | Rabat | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Algeria | Morocco |
| Population | 210,146 | 1.7 million |
| Elevation | 476 m (1,562 ft) | 46 m (151 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Algiers) | UTC+1 (Africa/Casablanca) |
| Nearest large airport | ORN, 48 km out | RBA, 9 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Rabat
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 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.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rabat-Salé Airport | RBA | 9 km (6 mi) | 11,483 ft | 276 ft |
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Staying in Rabat
Our booking partner lists 763 places to stay in Rabat. Of the 348 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (168), and 18 are five-star. Across 186 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.4 out of 10. Guests have left 105,553 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Rabat from Sidi Bel Abbes?
582 km (362 mi) in a straight line, west of Sidi Bel Abbes.
How long does it take to get from Sidi Bel Abbes to Rabat by air?
About 1 h 30 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 Rabat?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Sidi Bel Abbes to Rabat flights?
Typically Oran Es-Sénia (Ahmed Ben Bella) International Airport (ORN) to Rabat-Salé Airport (RBA).
What currency do I need in Rabat?
The Dirham (MAD).
Where can I stay in Rabat?
Our booking partner lists 763 places to stay in Rabat, 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.