Ouarzazate Airport, just 2 km from the city center, is the main gateway to Moroccan Sahara and the Draa Valley.
Ouarzazate is also known as 'Ollywood' for the famous Atlas Studios, among the world's largest film sets, a location for numerous international films and series.
How to get to Ouarzazate Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to OZZ
Parking near Ouarzazate Airport
In front of the terminal is available a parking area of modest size.
Parking prices are average for the area.
How to get to Ouarzazate from OZZ
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Car rental at Ouarzazate Airport
Major car rental companies have desks in the arrivals area, widely used for excursions to the Sahara and Draa Valley.
To rent a car you'll need a driver's license, passport, credit card, and generally an International Driving Permit as well.
Hotels near Ouarzazate Airport
Airport and Atlas Film Studios
About 1.3 km from the terminal, a few minutes by taxi; the Atlas Film Studios are a few steps away on the same road to Marrakech.
Best for: Short layovers and those who want to sleep a step from the Atlas Film Studios, among Morocco's most-used film sets.
- A very few minutes from check-in, handy for early-morning flights
- A few steps from the Atlas Film Studios, the setting for international productions
- A peripheral area on the road to Marrakech: a taxi is needed for central Ouarzazate
- A higher price bracket than the other options in the city
Central Ouarzazate
About 5-10 minutes by taxi from the airport; the Ibis is slightly more peripheral towards Avenue Moulay Rachid, the Amanar is in the heart of the city on Avenue Erraha.
Best for: Those who want to stay in the heart of the city, within walking distance of the Taourirt Kasbah and local restaurants.
- Amanar about 19 minutes on foot from the Taourirt Kasbah, in the heart of the city
- Ibis with a pool and buffet breakfast, handy if you want a predictable international standard
- In the evening Ouarzazate is a quiet city, with no nightlife comparable to Marrakech
- The Ibis is a little outside the historic centre, towards the commercial area
Recommended hotels
- Amanar Hôtel & Spa A boutique hotel on Avenue Erraha, in the heart of Ouarzazate, about 19 minutes on foot from the Taourirt Kasbah; a recently renovated outdoor pool and a spa with massages. View availability
- Ibis Ouarzazate Centre An international chain on Avenue Moulay Rachid with 104 air-conditioned rooms, a pool and a buffet breakfast; a reliable option with a predictable standard a few minutes from the airport. View availability
Fint Oasis
About 18 km from the airport, 25-30 minutes by car or private taxi along the track that skirts the oasis.
Best for: Those who want a stay immersed in the palm grove instead of in the city, using Ouarzazate only as the arrival point.
- An oasis with a palm grove and an infinity pool, away from the city traffic
- A base for excursions on foot, by bike or on horseback in the Fint valley
- Service quality reported inconsistently in the most recent reviews: availability should be checked before booking
- Without your own car, a private taxi arranged in advance is needed for every trip
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Terminal guide
The terminal, modest in size, handles tourist traffic related to the desert and the local film industry.
To avoid delays, it's best to arrive 2 hours before your flight.
Map of Ouarzazate Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Why is Ouarzazate called 'Ollywood'?
Because of the famous Atlas Studios, among the largest film studios in the world, used as a location for numerous international films and TV series set in the desert or historical settings.
Q. Is Ouarzazate a good starting point for the Sahara?
Yes, it's the classic starting point for excursions to the dunes of Merzouga (about 5 hours by car) and the UNESCO-listed Kasbah of Aït Benhaddou.
Q. What's the difference between Ouarzazate and Aït Ben Haddou?
Aït Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a ksar, a fortified village built of raw earth, located about 30 km from Ouarzazate; it's often visited on a day trip together with the Atlas Studios, the area's other famous film set.
Q. Is it worth renting a car in Ouarzazate?
Yes, it's widely used for excursions to the Sahara and the Drâa Valley, with car rental desks right at the airport.
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