Moulay Ali Cherif Airport — Errachidia, Morocco
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Distance & flight time from ERH
Moulay Ali Cherif Airport
ERH denotes Moulay Ali Cherif Airport, serving Errachidia in southeastern Morocco near the edge of the Sahara Desert. The airport provides a crucial air link for travelers heading toward the Ziz Valley, the Tafilalt oasis region, and gateway routes into the desert toward Merzouga's famous dunes. Errachidia's remoteness from Morocco's coastal cities makes ERH valuable for tourists and locals alike, cutting down travel time compared to lengthy road journeys across the Atlas Mountains. Flights connect primarily to Casablanca, supporting both domestic travel and desert tourism itineraries. The airport's modest scale reflects the region's population size, though it plays an outsized role in enabling access to this scenic pre-Saharan area.
Runways at Moulay Ali Cherif Airport (ERH)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13/31 | 10499 ft (3200 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Moulay Ali Cherif Airport (ERH)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| TWR | ERRACHIDIA TWR | 122.7 MHz |
Airports near Moulay Ali Cherif Airport (ERH)
- Beni Mellal Airport (BEM) — 187.4 km (116.4 mi)
- Béchar Boudghene Ben Ali Lotfi Airport (CBH) — 203.9 km (126.7 mi)
- Fes Saïss International Airport (FEZ) — 226.7 km (140.9 mi)
- Zagora Airport (OZG) — 233.1 km (144.8 mi)
- Bouarfa Airport (UAR) — 235.8 km (146.5 mi)
- Bassatine Airport (MEK) — 238.7 km (148.3 mi)
- Ouarzazate International Airport (OZZ) — 263.3 km (163.6 mi)
- Rabat-Salé Airport (RBA) — 320.7 km (199.3 mi)
ERH is a useful gateway code for travelers planning Sahara desert tours near Merzouga; it serves Errachidia, not to be confused with Morocco's larger coastal airports like Marrakesh or Casablanca.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Moulay Ali Cherif Airport?
The IATA code for Moulay Ali Cherif Airport is ERH.
What is the ICAO code for Moulay Ali Cherif Airport?
The ICAO code for Moulay Ali Cherif Airport is GMFK. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.