Algiers, Algeria → Casablanca, Morocco · ✈ 1h 47min · 🚗 16h 44min
556 nautical miles · Time difference: -1h behind · Direction: southwest
The distance from Algiers to Casablanca is 1,030 km (640 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 1h 47min.
The straight-line distance from Algiers, Algeria to Casablanca, Morocco is approximately 1,030 kilometers (640 miles or 556 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
Casablanca is located southwest of Algiers. Algiers is in Africa, in the Algiers region of Algeria, while Casablanca is in Africa, in Casablanca-Settat, Morocco. Both cities are in Africa.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 1,030 km | ~1h 47min | Best option for speed |
| 🚗 Drive | ~1,339 km | ~16h 44min | Long journey, consider stops |
| 🚂 Regular Train | ~1,236 km | ~10h 18min | Scenic but slow |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Algiers to Casablanca. For 1,030 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Based on an estimated road distance of 1,339 km, fuel costs for driving from Algiers to Casablanca are approximately $107–$201 USD (at $0.08–$0.15 per km, depending on vehicle efficiency and local fuel prices). Additional costs may include tolls, parking, and accommodation for longer trips.
Algiers sits at 36.7538°N, 3.0588°E, while Casablanca is located at 33.5731°N, 7.5898°W. The initial compass bearing from Algiers to Casablanca is 253° (WSW), so a great-circle flight path leaves Algiers heading roughly WSW. Because the Earth is curved, the actual heading shifts gradually along the route — pilots and navigation systems update it continuously instead of holding a single fixed compass bearing.
The latitude difference is 3.18° and the longitude difference is 10.65°. Each degree of latitude represents about 111 km, which is one reason cross-latitude routes feel longer even when the map looks similar to east–west journeys.
The geographic midpoint between Algiers and Casablanca is approximately 35.2801°N, 2.3699°W. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 515 km from each city. For road trips, a stop near this latitude/longitude makes for a natural overnight or lunch break.
Casablanca is roughly 1 hour behind Algiers. When it is 09:00 in Algiers, it is approximately 08:00 in Casablanca. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
Algiers is a major city in Algeria with a population of approximately 3,415,811. Located in the Algiers region, it is an important hub in Africa. Algiers is a significant metropolitan area in Algeria with good domestic and international transport connections.
Casablanca is a notable city in Morocco with a population of approximately 3,359,818. Situated in the Casablanca-Settat region, it serves as a key destination in Africa. Casablanca offers solid transport connections and a variety of arrival options as a major city in Morocco.
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1,030 km is a long-distance route that typically requires air travel. This is comparable to spanning a large continent. For context, London to Dubai is about 5,500 km.
At 1,030 km, the Algiers-Casablanca route is about 2.6% of Earth's circumference. A commercial jet covers this distance in about 1h 47min.
The straight-line distance from Algiers to Casablanca is approximately 1,030 kilometers (640 miles, 556 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 1h 47min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 16h 44min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Casablanca is approximately -1h behind compared to Algiers.
The estimated road distance is approximately 1,339 km, which is about 30% longer than the 1,030 km straight-line distance.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: April 21, 2026.