Travelling from Istanbul to Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport (CMN): What you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Istanbul to Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport (CMN). Istanbul Airport (IST) and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are Istanbul's main airports.
Take off on a direct Istanbul to Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Casablanca is UTC+1, which is two hours behind Istanbul. Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport is located in Casablanca.
Istanbul Airport (IST) to Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport (CMN) is the most popular route. There are 14 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you prefer to head out later, take the last flight with Royal Air Maroc at 6:20pm. Opt for the first IST to CMN departure with Turkish Airlines at 11:50am if getting there sooner works for you.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Istanbul to CMN.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and as much as four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
You can find a direct flight from Istanbul to Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport (CMN) leaving from Istanbul Airport (IST).
When jetting out of IST, you can catch a direct flight from Istanbul to Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport with Turkish Airlines.
Turkish Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for flights from IST to CMN.
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Istanbul to CMN that include a stopover. To explore the options departing from Istanbul Airport (IST), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between IST and CMN include:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS)
Travelling from central Istanbul to IST takes around 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Istanbul to Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Istanbul Airport:
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
You can book a direct Istanbul to Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport (CMN) plane ticket with departures from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Check if flying out of SAW makes more sense for your journey.
From SAW, direct flights from Istanbul to CMN are available with Air Arabia Maroc.
On the SAW to CMN route, Air Arabia Maroc is the go-to airline for most travellers.
Among the carriers operating flights between Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport, Pegasus Airlines has the best record for on-time arrivals.
Cross another spot off your travel list or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Istanbul to Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport, check out these options when heading out from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
SAW is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your Istanbul to CMN flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 68%. This figure highlights how often flights that leave from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
About Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport (CMN)
Book a hotel near CMN if you have a late flight from Istanbul to Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Istanbul to Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport flight.
Getting from Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport (CMN) to central Casablanca
From Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport, central Casablanca is around 32 kilometres away. It takes about 35 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It takes around 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport (CMN)
125 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport. A return flight starts at 254 €. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Lock in cheap flights from Istanbul to CMN by booking eight months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding the biggest deals.
The best month for finding cheap Istanbul to Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport tickets is January. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
Save time looking for cheap plane tickets from Istanbul to CMN by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Save money on your flight from Istanbul to Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport by using filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport (CMN)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Istanbul to Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport (CMN). August is the busiest month to travel to Casablanca. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, think about going in November.
Book a Istanbul to CMN plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Casablanca to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Istanbul to Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport in January when temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Casablanca
Start your Casablanca trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Your trip to Casablanca isn't complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions worth exploring include Mosquée, Hassan II Mosque and Hassan II Mosque Museum.
Explore more of Morocco
You've visited Casablanca, now it's time to explore more of Morocco. Travel about 241 kilometres east to Fes to check off its popular sights. From Fes Médina to Royal Palace of Fez and Musée, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 306 kilometres northeast of Casablanca, Tangier is another essential stop in Morocco. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Ocean Viewpoint, Tangier Beach and Muraille de Tanger.
