Fes Saïss International Airport (GMFF)
Large airport · Saïss, Fès-Meknès Region, Morocco
Airport data
| Name | Fes Saïss International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | GMFF |
| IATA | FEZ |
| Elevation | 1,900 ft (579 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 33°55'38" W 4°58'41" 33.92730, -4.97796 |
| Location | Saïss, Fès-Meknès Region, Morocco |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 10,499 ft (3200 m) | 148 ft | ASP | Yes |
Fes Saïss International Airport at a glance
Fes Saïss International Airport is a large airport in Saïss, Fès-Meknès Region, Morocco, known to airline systems as FEZ. The field elevation of 1,900 ft (579 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at GMFF are all figured from it. The airport handles scheduled commercial service, so expect controlled procedures, published approaches and commercial traffic in the pattern.
The single runway, 09/27, offers 10,499 ft (3200 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 09 points roughly 90° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for GMFF shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to Fes Saïss International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bassatine Airport | GMFM | 50 km (27 NM) |
| Kenitra Air Base | GMMP | 155 km (84 NM) |
| Rabat-Salé Airport | GMME | 164 km (89 NM) |
| Cherif Al Idrissi Airport | GMTA | 174 km (94 NM) |
| Sania Ramel Airport | GMTN | 188 km (102 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Fes Saïss International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 1,900 ft field elevation of Fes Saïss International Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 19 airports and airfields we list for Morocco — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about Fes Saïss International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Fes Saïss International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Fes Saïss International Airport is GMFF, and its IATA code is FEZ. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Fes Saïss International Airport above sea level?
Fes Saïss International Airport sits at an elevation of 1,900 feet (579 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Fes Saïss International Airport located?
The airport lies at 33.9273, -4.9780 — in Saïss, Fès-Meknès Region, Morocco, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Bassatine Airport, about 50 km away.
Does GMFF publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for GMFF appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at Fes Saïss International Airport?
Fes Saïss International Airport has one runway. The longest, 09/27, measures 10,499 ft (3200 m) with a ASP surface.