New York to Casablanca (JFK–CMN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
JFK–CMN is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Royal Air Maroc leads the route. The flight covers 3,601 miles in approximately 5h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 44 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT Royal Air Maroc | 14 | 788, 789 | 5h40-7h05 | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Casablanca from New York
| Metric | JFK→CMN | TEB→CMN |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from JFK | – | 21 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 14 | – |
| Flight time | 5h 40m | 7h |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – |
Travel Essentials
JFK: EDT · CMN: +01
When it's 6:00 PM in New York, it's 11:00 PM in Casablanca.
US passport holders enter Morocco visa-free for up to 90 days. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. At Mohammed V International Airport (CMN) in Casablanca, Marrakech Menara (RAK), or any Moroccan airport, immigration stamps your passport after you fill out an arrival card. The card asks for your name, passport number, accommodation address, and profession.
The 90-day stay cannot be extended without leaving the country. For longer stays, exit to a neighboring country (Spain is a 35-minute ferry from Tangier to Tarifa) and return for a fresh 90 days. Morocco spans from Mediterranean beaches in the north to Sahara dunes in the south. Marrakech, Fez, Chefchaouen, and Essaouira are the main tourist cities. The medinas of Fez and Marrakech are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The Atlas Mountains between Marrakech and the Sahara reach 4,167m at Jebel Toubkal, North Africa's highest peak.
Direct flights from New York JFK to Casablanca run about 7 hours on Royal Air Maroc. Seasonal nonstop service operates to Marrakech from New York on Royal Air Maroc and other carriers. Morocco uses the Moroccan dirham (MAD), trading at roughly 10 MAD per $1. ATMs are common in cities and tourist towns. Card payments work at hotels and larger restaurants. Riads (traditional guesthouses) in the Marrakech medina cost MAD 400 to MAD 1,500 ($40 to $150) per night. ONCF trains connect Casablanca to Marrakech in 2 hours 30 minutes for MAD 149 ($15) first class and to Fez in 3 hours 30 minutes. CTM and Supratours buses cover routes not served by rail. A tagine at a local restaurant costs MAD 40 to MAD 80 ($4 to $8).
The AirTrain connects JFK to the NYC subway and Long Island Rail Road at Jamaica Station (Howard Beach is the other connection point). Subway fare plus AirTrain totals $9.25 from midtown Manhattan; allow 60–75 minutes. LIRR from Penn Station takes 25–30 minutes to Jamaica, then 8–10 minutes on AirTrain; total fare around $10–15 depending on time of day.Taxis from Manhattan to JFK are a flat rate of $70 plus tolls and tip ($85–95 all-in). Ride-shares cost $45–80 depending on traffic and time of day. A dedicated express rail (JFK Connect) has been proposed but does not exist yet.
JFK–CMN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from JFK to CMN
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Mohammed V International Airport (CMN) are connected by nonstop service from Royal Air Maroc. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
JFK to CMN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from JFK to CMN ranges from 5 hours 40 minutes to 7 hours 5 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,601 miles (5,795 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 28 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
44 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via PSM. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Teterboro (TEB).