Travelling from Mohamed V International Airport (CMN) to Alexandria: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Mohamed V International Airport to Alexandria is 5 hours 20 minutes.
Mohamed V International Airport is located in Casablanca. Based in the UTC+2 timezone, Alexandria is one hour ahead of Casablanca.
The most popular route is from Mohamed V International Airport (CMN) to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE). Take your pick of two services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CMN to HBE is the 00:30 Air Cairo service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 23:30 with Air Cairo.
To avoid rushing for your CMN to Alexandria flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak time like June? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct Mohamed V International Airport to Alexandria ticket. Start your trip at CMN and touch down at Borg El Arab Airport (HBE).
Air Cairo is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Mohamed V International Airport to Alexandria.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from CMN to Alexandria. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
CMN is around 23 kilometres from central Casablanca. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from Mohamed V International Airport to Alexandria? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to CMN:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Mohamed V International Airport, data shows 64.33% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mohamed V International Airport (CMN) to Alexandria
The best price we've found for a one-way Mohamed V International Airport to Alexandria flight is RM1,292. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM1,476. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from CMN to Alexandria, reserve your trip one month ahead of your departure.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the best month for landing an awesome deal on Mohamed V International Airport to Alexandria tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Airports in Alexandria
Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
Borg El Arab Airport (HBE) is around 56 kilometres from central Alexandria. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 50 minutes.
Nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've just hopped off a late flight from Mohamed V International Airport to Alexandria. Relaxation Villa With Private Pool and Villa Mostafa Sadek, Swimming pool, Tennis & Squash - Borg ElArab Airport Alexandria are handy accommodation options near HBE.
Explore without limits with a Borg El Arab Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Budget, Avis or Sixt and venture far and wide through Alexandria and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Borg El Arab Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from CMN to Alexandria.
Best time to go to Alexandria
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Mohamed V International Airport to Alexandria. The city buzzes in high season, but hotel rates are typically higher and attractions can get busy. Go to Alexandria in the low season for a more relaxed vibe.
Book a Mohamed V International Airport to Alexandria flight ticket with a departure in August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CMN to Alexandria in February when temperatures average between 11ºC (52ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Alexandria
Start your Alexandria trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Mohamed V International Airport to Alexandria, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Montazah Palace Gardens and Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Alexandria to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Pompey's Pillar.
Explore more of Egypt
You've seen Alexandria, now it's time to explore other parts of Egypt. Journey about 177 kilometres south-east to Cairo to tick off its top attractions. From giza pyramids to Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another great destination in Egypt, consider Giza, about 177 kilometres south-east of Alexandria. Giza Plateau, Star Card and street Nadi Alsaeed are key reasons to visit.