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Cherif Al Idrissi Airport (AHU)

Al Hoceima, Morocco · medium airport · 35.177° -3.840° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeAHU
ICAO CodeGMTA
Typemedium airport
NameCherif Al Idrissi Airport
MunicipalityAl Hoceima
CountryMorocco
ContinentAF
Latitude35.177° N
Longitude-3.840° W
Elevation95 ft
Climate ZoneTemperate
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score750
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryMorocco
ISO Code
RegionAl Hoceima
Continent CodeAF
IANA TimezoneAfrica/Casablanca
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+1
DST OffsetUTC+1
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: November – February
Cooler dry season across Africa
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Dry: Nov–FebWet: Mar–Oct

✈ Airlines Serving AHU

ET — Ethiopian AirlinesMS — EgyptAirSA — South African AirwaysKQ — Kenya Airways

🌡 Climate — Temperate (35.2°N)

Jan
8°
0°
Feb
10°
1°
Mar
13°
4°
Apr
17°
7°
May
21°
11°
Jun
26°
15°
Jul
28°
17°
Aug
27°
16°
Sep
23°
13°
Oct
18°
9°
Nov
12°
5°
Dec
9°
1°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on temperate latitude zone

✨ AI-Enhanced Insights

Cherif Al Idrissi Airport (AHU/GMTA) is a regional airport serving Al Hoceima on Morocco's northern Mediterranean coast, in the Rif Mountains. Named after the 12th-century geographer Muhammad al-Idrisi, it handles domestic links and seasonal European traffic. Its compact terminal and coastal setting make it a convenient gateway to the Al Hoceima region and nearby beaches.

💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors know the terminal is compact and food options are limited, so eat before arriving or bring snacks for delays; also confirm taxi availability if landing on a late flight.
🚖 Getting There

Taxis are the main way to reach Al Hoceima; agree on the fare before leaving or ask for the meter. Rental cars are available at the airport, and the N2 road links the area to the city and coastal towns. If you arrive late, pre-book a hotel transfer or taxi, as public transport is limited.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Where is Cherif Al Idrissi Airport located?
A: It is roughly 15 km southeast of Al Hoceima city center, in the Rif region of northern Morocco.

Q: What airlines fly to AHU?
A: Royal Air Maroc and other carriers operate domestic flights, mainly to Casablanca, with seasonal international services to European cities.

Q: How far is the airport from Al Hoceima?
A: The drive to central Al Hoceima typically takes 20–30 minutes by car or taxi.

Q: Does the airport have public transportation?
A: Public bus service is limited; taxis and pre-arranged transfers are the most reliable options.
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