Travelling from Mohamed V International Airport (CMN) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Approximately 4 hours 53 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Mohamed V International Airport to Istanbul.
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3. The city is 2 hours ahead of Casablanca, where Mohamed V International Airport is located.
With 17 flights a week between the two airports, Mohamed V International Airport (CMN) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is the most popular route. Royal Air Maroc operates the earliest flight at 09:50. If you prefer to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last flight from CMN to IST is with Turkish Airlines at 16:45.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from CMN to Istanbul.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like June and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Nonstop flights from Mohamed V International Airport (CMN) to Istanbul are available for booking. Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is where you'll disembark.
You'll have your choice of airlines operating direct flights from Mohamed V International Airport to Istanbul. Reserve your trip with one of these:
We make it simple to book a flight from CMN to Istanbul that includes a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Porto Airport (OPO)
Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS)
Tunis-Carthage International Airport (TUN)
You can travel to Türkiye (Turkey) for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from Morocco. But before reserving your flight tickets from Mohamed V International Airport to Istanbul, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may need some travel documentation if your trip is for work or other reasons.
Central Casablanca to CMN is approximately 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 38 minutes to reach there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching an early flight from Mohamed V International Airport to Istanbul? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to CMN:
How to find the cheapest flights from Mohamed V International Airport (CMN) to Istanbul
C$180 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Mohamed V International Airport to Istanbul. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$389. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Book 10 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from CMN to Istanbul.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Mohamed V International Airport to Istanbul. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul takes about 50 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 45 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Mohamed V International Airport to Istanbul, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near IST:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. Following your flight from Mohamed V International Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 57 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from CMN to Istanbul, settle in at a hotel close to SAW. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Istanbul
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Mohamed V International Airport to Istanbul. August is the busiest month for a trip to Istanbul. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Mohamed V International Airport to Istanbul in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from CMN to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC.
More about Istanbul
After locking in your flight from Mohamed V International Airport to Istanbul, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Istanbul:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are must-visits when exploring Istanbul.
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