Fes Saïss International Airport (FEZ)
Use current ONDA information for FEZ ground transfers. This guide does not assert an unverified fare or journey time.
- Distance to downtown
- 11.9 km
- Typical drive time
- Approx. 9 min
- Terminals
- 1
Flights to Fes, Fès-Meknès Region
Explore the Medina of Fez and the historic architecture of this imperial city.
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- Best round-trip fare
- $21.00
- Nonstop from
- 32
- Best time to visit
- May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
- Updated
- 2026-10-28
Fes travel overview
Fes is a historic city in Morocco. The 2024 census records 1,167,842 legal residents in the Commune de Fès; UNESCO describes its medina as a historic urban area founded in the 9th century, with madrasas, palaces, residences, mosques and fountains.
- State
- Fès-Meknès Region
- Population
- 1,167,842 (2024)
- Time zone
- GMT+01:00
- Average stay
- 2–3 days
- Nearest airport
- Fes Saïss International Airport (FEZ)
- Straight-line distance
- 11.9 km
Popular flights to Fes
Find the most popular routes to Fes, with flight times, airlines and typical prices.
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Airports serving Fes
FEZ is Fez Saiss Airport. ONDA lists taxi service at arrivals; confirm current ground-transfer details with the airport operator.
Best time to visit Fes
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Recommended months
May – September
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Top things to do in Fes
Landmarks, outdoor escapes and local culture for your Fes itinerary.
Medina of Fez
The Medina of Fez was founded in the 9th century. UNESCO lists historic monuments there including madrasas, palaces, residences, mosques and fountains.
Bab Boujloud Gate
Bab Boujloud is an entrance to the Medina of Fez, with Arab-Andalusian decorative art noted by the Moroccan tourism office.
Karaouiyine Mosque
The Karaouiyine Mosque is a historic landmark in the Medina of Fez; tourism information notes its minaret and association with an ancient university.
Fes city transport
Compare practical ways to travel from the airport and around the city.
| Transport | Best for | Time to downtown | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taxi Transfer from FEZ Airport to Fes | Travellers arriving in Fes via FEZ | - | - |
Where to stay in Fes
The Medina of Fez is a traditional riad accommodation area; Riad Fès describes its property as being in the heart of the Medina.
Traditional Riad Area in the Medina of Fes
Riad Fès describes its property as being in the heart of the Medina and lists a Fès address; the Medina is a documented district for traditional riad stays.
Fes trip planning
UNESCO describes the Medina of Fez as a 9th-century historic urban area with madrasas, palaces, residences, mosques and fountains.
- Daily budget
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- Local time
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- Tipping
- In Morocco, rounding up the bill or leaving about 5–10% for good restaurant service is a common courtesy; check bills for included service charges.
- Power outlets
- Carry a universal travel adapter and check voltage compatibility (typically 220–240 V or local standard) when visiting Saïss, Morocco.
- Accessibility
- No data
- Suggested stay
- 2–3 days
Explore more destinations
Fez and its medina can be one stop on a Morocco itinerary; the other destinations listed below are optional extensions.
Popular routes from Fes
Before leaving via FEZ, check ONDA and your airline for current flight and transfer information; ONDA lists a taxi stand in the arrivals area.
Frequently asked questions about Fes
Are taxis available from FEZ Airport to Fes?
ONDA lists a taxi stand at the airport arrivals esplanade, operating 24 hours a day, 7 days a week; confirm the current fare and journey time with the airport operator.