How do I get to Dakhla ?

The best way to get to Dakhla, the Kitesurfing Mecca, is by plane – faster and cheaper. The last thing you want to do on vacation is waste time in transport, so flights are the best option. There are domestic and international flights to Dakhla. There are direct flights from Agadir and Casablanca, and you can connect to these cities from other points in Morocco via Royal Air Maroc. See also: Air Arabia offers low-cost flights from Marrakech to Dakhla.

Scheduled flights

Dakhla airport Morocco’s national airline has the unique feature of being directly linked to Casablanca’s Mohammed V airport.

Where is Dakhla in Morocco? Dakhla, set on a long strip of sand jutting out into the Atlantic Ocean, is located some 1,100 km south of Agadir, in central Western Sahara, a region under the authority of the Moroccan crown.

Direct flights from Paris to Dakhla

Royal Air Maroc has launched a new route between Dakhla and Paris, its first between the Western Saharan city and continental Europe. Additional flights will be introduced to Europe.

Dakhla airport will be linked to the Old Continent for the first time by Royal Air Maroc, with two weekly frequencies to Paris in addition to its domestic routes. The ONMT has chosen to activate this route with Royal Air Maroc “in order to involve the national airline in this tourism niche, and enable international visitors to enjoy Dakhla and the Moroccan experience as soon as they board in Paris”.

Paris-Orly airport (IATA code: ORY – ICAO code: LFPO), commonly abbreviated to “Orly airport”.

France’s second-largest airport hub after Paris-Charles-de-Gaulle, welcomed over 33 million passengers in 2018.

Flights last a minimum of 6 hours and cost at least €150. As a general rule, there will be a stopover in Casablanca.

Flights from Casablanca to Dakhla

Casablanca’s Mohammed-V airport (IATA code: CMN – ICAO code: GMMN) is an international airport located around thirty kilometers south of Casablanca.

Please note: Flights with a stopover in Casablance, such as Paris – Casablanca / Casablanca Dakhla, may sometimes be delayed, but don’t worry, the Casblanca – Dakhla flight won’t leave without passengers from the Paris Casablanca flight!

With a capacity of almost fourteen million passengers and 150,000 tonnes of freight a year, it is Morocco’s main airport and the fourth largest in Africa.

From Casablanca (direct flights on Mondays and Fridays, evening schedules acceptable and fares around €100); flight time: 2h30.

Flights from Agadir to Dakhla

Agadir – Al Massira airport (IATA code: AGA – ICAO code: GMAD) is an international airport serving the city of Agadir, Morocco.

The airport has a 26,550 m2 terminal with a capacity of 3 million passengers a year, a 19.4 ha aircraft parking area and a 2.5 ha parking lot.

It is Morocco’s third-largest airport in terms of traffic volume.

Flights from Agadir to Dakhla take less than 2 hours and cost around 150€.

Flights from Marrakech to Dakhla

Marrakech-Menara International Airport (IATA code: RAK – ICAO code: GMMX) is an international airport in the northwest of Marrakech, Morocco. It is the second-largest Moroccan airport after Casablanca’s Mohammed-V airport, with around 5 million annual passengers.

Flights from Marrakech to Dakhla take 5 hours and cost about 150-200€, with a stop in Casablanca.

Where to stay in Dakhla ?

There are dozens of surf and kite camps in Dakhla, Morocco. Over the years, we’ve gotten to know them all and have classified the best providers of all-inclusive, full-board kiteboarding vacations. Whether you’re an individual, a couple, a family or a group, Ocean Adventure is sure to meet your expectations.

For kitesurfers, Dakhla is the place to start with easy conditions thanks to its lagoon and 25 km of flat water! Consistent winds all year round, perfect temperatures and, last but not least, a beautiful spot surrounded by wide open beaches. Advanced surfers won’t be disappointed either, thanks to some great “secret spots”! Dakhla is the ideal destination for learning and improving your kitesurfing or wingfoiling skills.

Kite during the day and relax in the evening. Peace and nature are the key words for an unforgettable 100% kiteboarding vacation!