Rabat to Austin (RBA–AUS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

Moroccan passport holders need a B1/B2 visa to enter the United States. Morocco is not part of the Visa Waiver Program. Apply at the US Embassy in Rabat or the Consulate General in Casablanca by completing the DS-160 form online and scheduling an in-person interview.

The application fee is USD 185. Wait times for interview appointments vary but can be several months at busy posts. Bring proof of ties to Morocco, financial documents, and a clear travel purpose. The visa, if approved, is typically issued for 10 years with multiple entries.

CapMetro Route 20 to downtown Congress Ave costs $1.25 and takes 30–35 minutes. Buses depart from outside the terminal on the lower level. Last bus around midnight; late arrivals need a ride-share.Uber and Lyft pickup is on the lower level (follow signs to TNCs). Fares run $20–30 to downtown, 15–20 minutes off-peak. Taxis at the curb: $30–40. Rental car desks are in the main terminal; the QTA (Quick Turnaround Area) is a short shuttle ride. Afternoon and evening arrivals may face longer drive times due to city congestion.

Humid subtropical climate with hot summers. July and August average 36–38°C with heat indices that can reach 43°C. Winter (December–February) is generally mild at 7–17°C. Austin is vulnerable to rare but severe ice storms. Winter Storm Uri (2021) is the benchmark for worst-case disruption, and they can paralyze the city and airport.

Severe thunderstorms peak April through May with hail and tornado risk. Spring storm systems can cause significant ground delays. October and November are the most reliably stable months.