Casablanca, Morocco → Algiers, Algeria · ✈ 1h 47min · 🚗 16h 44min
556 nautical miles · Time difference: +1h ahead · Direction: northeast
The distance from Casablanca to Algiers 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 Casablanca, Morocco to Algiers, Algeria 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.
Algiers is located northeast of Casablanca. Casablanca is in Africa, in the Casablanca-Settat region of Morocco, while Algiers is in Africa, in Algiers, Algeria. 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 Casablanca to Algiers. 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 Casablanca to Algiers 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.
Casablanca sits at 33.5731°N, 7.5898°W, while Algiers is located at 36.7538°N, 3.0588°E. The initial compass bearing from Casablanca to Algiers is 67° (ENE), so a great-circle flight path leaves Casablanca heading roughly ENE. 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 Casablanca and Algiers 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.
Algiers is roughly 1 hour ahead of Casablanca. When it is 09:00 in Casablanca, it is approximately 10:00 in Algiers. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
Casablanca is a major city in Morocco with a population of approximately 3,359,818. Located in the Casablanca-Settat region, it is an important hub in Africa. Casablanca is a significant metropolitan area in Morocco with good domestic and international transport connections.
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Algiers is a notable city in Algeria with a population of approximately 3,415,811. Situated in the Algiers region, it serves as a key destination in Africa. Algiers offers solid transport connections and a variety of arrival options as a major city in Algeria.
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 Casablanca-Algiers route is about 2.6% of Earth's circumference. A commercial jet covers this distance in about 1h 47min.
The straight-line distance from Casablanca to Algiers 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.
Algiers is approximately +1h ahead compared to Casablanca.
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.