Essaouira-Mogador Airport — Essaouira, Morocco
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereEssaouira-Mogador Airport in Essaouira uses the IATA code ESU, with GMMI as its ICAO identifier.
Distance & flight time from ESU
Essaouira-Mogador Airport
ESU is the identifier for Essaouira-Mogador Airport, which serves the coastal Moroccan city of Essaouira on the Atlantic shore. Essaouira is known for its walled medina, strong winds favored by windsurfers and kitesurfers, and its popularity as a laid-back alternative to busier Moroccan tourist hubs like Marrakech. The airport has seen periodic seasonal and charter flights linking it to European cities, supporting the city's tourism economy, alongside domestic connections within Morocco. Its relatively small scale reflects Essaouira's character as a boutique destination rather than a mass-market resort, with air service ebbing and flowing depending on seasonal demand and airline route decisions.
Runways at Essaouira-Mogador Airport (ESU)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16/34 | 8553 ft (2607 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | BIT |
Radio frequencies for Essaouira-Mogador Airport (ESU)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| TWR | TWR | 121.2 MHz |
Airports near Essaouira-Mogador Airport (ESU)
- Al Massira Airport (AGA) — 122.3 km (76.0 mi)
- Marrakesh Menara Airport (RAK) — 157.7 km (98.0 mi)
- Ouarzazate International Airport (OZZ) — 268.6 km (166.9 mi)
- Mohammed V International Airport (CMN) — 294.2 km (182.8 mi)
- Beni Mellal Airport (BEM) — 336.8 km (209.3 mi)
- Tan Tan Airport (TTA) — 357.7 km (222.3 mi)
- Zagora Airport (OZG) — 385.9 km (239.8 mi)
- Rabat-Salé Airport (RBA) — 402.7 km (250.2 mi)
ESU is often searched by travelers planning trips to Essaouira's medina or windsurfing beaches; note that many visitors actually fly into Marrakech and drive instead.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Essaouira-Mogador Airport?
The IATA code for Essaouira-Mogador Airport is ESU.
What is the ICAO code for Essaouira-Mogador Airport?
The ICAO code for Essaouira-Mogador Airport is GMMI. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.