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Ouarzazate International Airport

Ouarzazate, Morocco

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Ouarzazate International Airport

Ouarzazate, Morocco
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GMMZ
ICAO
3782 ft
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Gateway to Morocco's Kasbah country and cinematic desert landscapes.

Opened
1966
Location
Ouarzazate, Morocco
Ouarzazate International Airport (IATA: OZZ, ICAO: GMMZ) serves the city of Ouarzazate in southern Morocco, situated near the edge of the Sahara Desert at an elevation of approximately 1,148 metres (3,766 feet) above sea level. The airport is a key entry point for tourists visiting the region's famous kasbahs, desert scenery, and nearby film studios. The airport handles a modest volume of traffic, with scheduled services primarily to Casablanca and seasonal or charter flights from European cities. It plays an important role in supporting Morocco's tourism sector in the Drâa-Tafilalet region. Ouarzazate itself is often called the 'Hollywood of Africa' due to the presence of major film studios such as Atlas Corporation Studios, and the airport facilitates the movement of film crews and production personnel in addition to leisure travelers.
Terminals
The airport operates a single terminal building handling both domestic and international passengers.
Getting to & from
Ground transport to central Ouarzazate is primarily by taxi, with the city center located approximately 1 kilometre from the airport.
Airlines here
Royal Air Maroc operates the primary scheduled service connecting Ouarzazate to Casablanca, with various European charter carriers providing seasonal links.
Notable facts
  • ›Situated at an elevation of approximately 1,148 metres (3,766 feet) above sea level.
  • ›Ouarzazate is nicknamed the 'Hollywood of Africa' due to its prominent film studios.
  • ›The airport serves as a gateway to UNESCO-listed ksar of Aït Benhaddou, located nearby.
  • ›Runways are capable of handling medium-haul commercial aircraft.
  • ›The surrounding Drâa-Tafilalet region is known for rose cultivation and date palm oases.
Wikipedia
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Gateway to Morocco's desert landscapes and ancient kasbahs

Ouarzazate International Airport serves the so-called 'Door of the Desert,' a city in southern Morocco famed for its dramatic landscapes, historic kasbahs, and thriving film industry. The airport plays a vital role in connecting this remote region to major Moroccan cities and select European destinations, supporting both tourism and the local economy. Its modest scale reflects the intimate character of Ouarzazate itself, offering a manageable and unhurried arrival experience.

Terminals
  • Main Terminal — A single compact terminal handling all arrivals, departures, and domestic and international flights with basic amenities.
Ground Transport
  • Taxis (petit taxis and grand taxis available at the terminal exit)
  • Pre-arranged hotel shuttle transfers
  • Car rental desks inside the terminal (Avis, Hertz, and local agencies)
  • Private transfer services bookable through local tour operators
Nearby Hotels
  • Berbère Palace
  • Le Meridien Berbère Palace
  • Ibis Ouarzazate
  • Hotel Le Zat
  • Riad Salam Ouarzazate
Dining

Inside the terminal, food and beverage options are limited to a small café offering snacks, pastries, and hot drinks. The city of Ouarzazate, just a few minutes away by taxi, offers a wider variety of restaurants serving traditional Moroccan tagines, couscous, and mint tea. Visitors are advised to explore the town centre for more substantial dining options before or after their flight.

Traveller Tips
  • Arrange ground transport in advance through your hotel, as the taxi queue can be limited during peak arrivals.
  • Carry local currency (Moroccan Dirhams) as card payment facilities at the airport are minimal.
  • The airport is only about 3 km from the city centre, making taxi rides short and inexpensive.
  • Check seasonal flight schedules carefully, as routes to European cities often operate only during the tourist season.
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Airlines serving this airport

Royal Air Maroc
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Routes

OZZ → CMNAT · 738 AT7
OZZ → ORYAT · 738
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