Flying from Mohamed V International Airport (CMN) to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Mohamed V International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Alexandria is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Casablanca.
Choose from four weekly Mohamed V International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport flights. The 00:30 departure with Air Cairo is the earliest available. Air Cairo operates the last service of the day at 18:00.
To ensure you catch your CMN to HBE flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time like June? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Air Cairo has direct flights from Mohamed V International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Alexandria — and maybe even more of Egypt if you have time.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Air Cairo.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Mohamed V International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport. Here are the top stopovers between CMN and HBE:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Mohamed V International Airport (CMN) to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Mohamed V International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport flight is $426. A return plane ticket right now is $764. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book six months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from CMN to HBE.
The cheapest month for flights from Mohamed V International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Mohamed V International Airport (CMN)
Of the departures from Mohamed V International Airport, 64.33% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Casablanca to Mohamed V International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Taking an early flight from Mohamed V International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to CMN:
Arriving at Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
Touching down on a late Mohamed V International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport flight? Collect your bags and go directly to a nearby hotel. Two options close to HBE are Villa Mostafa Sadek, Swimming pool, Tennis & Squash - Borg ElArab Airport Alexandria and Relaxation Villa With Private Pool.
Travel at your own pace with a Borg El Arab Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Budget, Avis or Sixt and experience more of Alexandria and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Borg El Arab Airport about two weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Borg El Arab Airport (HBE) to central Alexandria
Borg El Arab Airport is roughly 56 kilometres from central Alexandria. Driving there takes about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
The quietest month for a flight from Mohamed V International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Alexandria based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Mohamed V International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport for August if you'd like to visit Alexandria during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 32ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 11ºC and 21ºC. Search for cheap tickets from CMN to HBE around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Egypt
Alexandria has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Egypt you'll want to see. About 177 kilometres south-east of Alexandria, a trip to Cairo will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like giza pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Egypt, head for Giza, about 177 kilometres south-east of Alexandria. Giza Plateau, Star Card and street Nadi Alsaeed are highlights.