Tangier Ibn Battouta airport: getting to the city centre
Tangier Ibn Battouta airport is about twelve kilometres from the centre. Here are the ways to get into the city and tips for a smooth arrival.
- A taxi is the simplest option.
- Agree the price before getting in if the taxi has no meter.
- Have some dirhams: you can get them from the airport cash machines.
Where the airport is
Tangier Ibn Battouta airport is south-west of the city, about twelve kilometres from the centre. The journey usually takes 20 to 30 minutes depending on traffic and your destination.
By taxi
Taxis wait at the terminal exit. They are grands taxis: the price is agreed before getting in. Ask your accommodation about the usual fare before you arrive, so you have a reference.
Through your accommodation
Many hotels and riads offer a transfer. It is the most relaxed option if you arrive late or if your riad is in the medina, where cars cannot enter: someone will wait for you and guide you to the door.
Car hire
Rental companies have desks at the airport. A car is useful for the Atlantic coast and day trips, much less so for the city: the medina is done on foot and you need guarded parking.
Before leaving the airport
Withdraw dirhams from the cash machine, buy a SIM card if needed, and keep your accommodation's address written down and on your phone, with its location.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from the airport to Tangier?
Usually 20 to 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic.
Are there taxis at Tangier airport?
Yes, at the terminal exit. Agree the price before getting in.