Taxi at Fes Airport
The best way to ensure a stress-free start to your trip in Fes is to secure a ride that will take you directly to the door of your hotel or apartment. A Fes Airport taxi is the best alternative to crowded buses and the best option if you want to reach your accommodation effortlessly in the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle.
A taxi from Fes Airport is considered the most convenient way to travel to and from the airport, especially for families with young children or business travelers. Official taxis are available 24/7 at Fes Airport, providing reliable on-demand services. Two types of taxis operate in Morocco, Petit Taxis and Grand Taxis, but at Fes Airport, you will only find Grand Taxis. They are larger sedans that accommodate up to 6 passengers. Petit taxis aren’t allowed to operate outside the city limits.
With a taxi from Fes Airport, rides are door-to-door, meaning you can reach Fes city center in around 25 minutes or nearby cities, like Meknes, in 1 hour, and Rabat in 2 hours and 20 minutes.
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Fes Airport taxi cost
| Taxi prices | Day time (05:00 - 24:00) | Night time (00:00 - 05:00) | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| FROM FES AIRPORT TO FES CITY CENTER | 12 € | 12 € | 25 MIN |
| FROM FES AIRPORT TO MEKNES | 57 € | 57 € | 1 H |
| FROM FES AIRPORT TO RABAT | 115 € | 115 € | 2 H 20 MIN |
| FROM FES AIRPORT TO CHEFCHAOUEN | 145 € | 145 € | 4 H |
| FROM FES AIRPORT TO CASABLANCA | 163 € | 163 € | 3 H 10 MIN |
Taxi cost from Fes Airport
The Fes Airport taxi cost is typically calculated by a taximeter for Petit Taxis. However, some drivers may avoid using it and will give you a fixed quote instead. For Grand Taxis, the fare is fixed and can be negotiated if needed. There is a sign next to the taxi rank displaying the approximate fares to several destinations. It’s generally advised to ask the driver for the fare estimate before you start the ride, regardless of the type of taxi.
The taxi cost from Fes Airport to the Fes city center is approximately €12 (MAD 120). For a ride to Meknes, the Fes Airport taxi cost is around €57 (MAD 600), and to Rabat, around €115 (MAD 1,200).
If you prefer to pre-pay for your ride and avoid carrying cash or foreign transaction fees, you can pre-book your Fes Airport taxi with Welcome Pickups online.
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Where is the Fes Airport taxi rank?
The official Fes Airport taxi rank is on the Ground Floor, right in front of the passenger terminal after exiting Arrivals. Inside the passenger terminal, there are signs guiding you there, so it’s hard to miss. Official Fes Airport taxis are white, and they provide service 24/7.
To secure a personalized meet-and-greet inside the Arrivals Hall, you can pre-book your taxi from Fes Airport with Welcome Pickups. A professional driver and a private vehicle will be waiting for you, ensuring zero waiting time and a comfortable ride directly to the door of your accommodation.
Useful tips for getting a taxi at Fes Airport
- To ensure reliable service, it’s advised to take a taxi only from the taxi rank and avoid unregistered drivers right inside or outside the airport.
- If you don’t see your destination on the board displaying the fares, you can ask the driver how much the ride will cost before getting in the taxi.
- Wheelchair-accessible taxis aren’t available at the airport, so be sure to make arrangements in advance with a specialized operator.
- Paying for your Fes Airport taxi by credit card or debit card is not always possible, so make sure to carry cash in the local currency (Moroccan Dirham).
- Using a Fes Airport taxi is safe in general, but it’s good to remain cautious to avoid scams.
- Tipping your taxi driver is considered polite for good service. A 10% to 15% tip of the total fare is the norm for long-distance trips.
- Pre-booking your airport taxi during the high season from November to March is best if you don’t want to wait at the taxi rank.
A taxi from Fes Airport to the hotel
The only public transport option available at Fes Airport is the local buses operated by City Bus Transport Groupe. Bus Line 16 can get you directly from Fes Airport to Fes Railway Station, which is located in the city center. Although this is a convenient and budget-friendly option, nothing beats a direct ride to your hotel in a private vehicle.
With a taxi from Fes Airport to your hotel, you can avoid the hassle of checking timetables and bus stops. You will also have plenty of space for your luggage and reach your accommodation directly, meaning you don’t need to drag it around from the bus stop to your accommodation. That’s what makes a Fes Airport taxi the most preferred transportation option to leave the airport.