Ouarzazate International Airport
OZZ / GMMZ
Ouarzazate International Airport (Ouarzazate, Morocco) is a small regional airport serving Ouarzazate and the surrounding tourism destinations. Passenger volumes are modest; the airport supports domestic flights and some seasonal international services.
Terminal Guide for Ouarzazate International Airport #
There is a single small passenger terminal with check‑in and departures in one building. The layout is compact and straightforward: short walks between check‑in, security and gates. Retail and dining options are limited to a few cafés and kiosks.
Getting to and From Ouarzazate International Airport #
The airport is a short drive from Ouarzazate city centre - typically 5-10 minutes by car. Transport choices are taxis, hotel transfers and rental cars; there is no rail link. Road connections to surrounding attractions make car hire a common choice for visitors.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Ouarzazate International Airport #
Facilities are basic: a small selection of food and drink outlets, car hire desks and an official taxi point. Duty‑free is limited or absent on domestic sectors; cash machines are available but bring local currency for smaller vendors.
Tips for Ouarzazate International Airport #
- Scheduled services can be seasonal - check flight frequency before planning connections into Ouarzazate.
- Taxis and rental cars are the usual way into town - the airport is very close to Ouarzazate city centre so transfers are quick.
Weather & Climate near Ouarzazate International Airport #
Ouarzazate International Airport's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with very hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 38°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Excellent | 2° - 15° | 7° | 16 mm | clear | 50% | 2.7 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.3h |
| February | Excellent | 5° - 18° | 12° | 19 mm | clear | 48% | 3.3 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.0h |
| March | Excellent | 8° - 22° | 15° | 20 mm | clear | 45% | 3.5 m/s | 1.6 very high | 11.9h |
| April | Ideal | 11° - 25° | 18° | 14 mm | mostly sunny | 41% | 4.5 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.8h |
| May | Ideal | 14° - 29° | 21° | 9 mm | mostly sunny | 36% | 4.2 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 13.6h |
| June | Ideal | 19° - 34° | 26° | 4 mm | clear | 29% | 3.7 m/s | 2.7 extreme | 13.9h |
| July | Excellent | 22° - 38° | 30° | 2 mm | mostly sunny | 21% | 3.6 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 13.8h |
| August | Ideal | 21° - 37° | 29° | 6 mm | mostly sunny | 26% | 3.6 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.1h |
| September | Ideal | 17° - 32° | 25° | 10 mm | mostly sunny | 35% | 3.1 m/s | 1.9 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Ideal | 12° - 26° | 19° | 21 mm | mostly sunny | 44% | 2.7 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.3h |
| November | Excellent | 7° - 20° | 14° | 24 mm | mostly sunny | 51% | 2.7 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 10.5h |
| December | Excellent | 3° - 16° | 8° | 19 mm | clear | 55% | 2.5 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.1h |
