Casablanca has become a major hub between the Americas, Europe and Africa: Royal Air Maroc flies nonstop from New York, Washington, Miami, Los Angeles, Montreal, Toronto and São Paulo. With a long layover, you can see the city — or turn it into a one- or two-day stopover.
Can I leave the airport?
If your passport is visa-exempt for Morocco (US, Canada, Mexico, Brazil and many others), you can clear immigration and leave. Allow time for passport control both ways and be back at the airport at least three hours before your next international flight.
Getting to the city
- Train: links Mohammed V Airport with central Casablanca in about 35–40 minutes.
- Taxi: official taxis wait outside arrivals; agree the fare before you get in.
- Private transfer: the easiest option when time is short. We pick you up and bring you back on time.
What to see in 6 to 10 hours
- Hassan II Mosque: partly built over the ocean, and one of the few mosques in Morocco open to non-Muslims on guided tours.
- The Aïn Diab corniche: an Atlantic promenade with cafés and seafood restaurants.
- The Habous quarter: the traditional district with olive, pastry and craft stalls.
- Art deco downtown: early 20th-century buildings around Boulevard Mohammed V.
With one or two days
- A day trip to Rabat, the capital, about 90 minutes away (from €60).
- A short tour: the imperial cities or the desert tour from Casablanca start and end in the city.
Send us your layover times and we will suggest a plan.
Frequently asked questions
How long a layover do I need to leave Casablanca airport?
We recommend at least 8 hours: about 2 hours for arrival and immigration, time in the city, and 3 hours before your next flight.
Do I need a visa to leave the airport?
It depends on your passport. If your nationality is visa-exempt for Morocco, you can leave like any tourist.
