Tangier is the closest slice of Africa to Britain — ferries from Spain, direct budget flights from London, and no jet lag. Here's how UK travellers get in, what things cost, and what's worth pre-booking.
Direct from London in under three hours — English-speaking drivers, fixed prices in pounds and dirhams, and one WhatsApp number for everything.
Flights to Tangier from the UK
| Departure | Airlines | Flight time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| London Stansted (STN) | Ryanair | ~3h | Several times a week, cheapest in shoulder season. |
| London Gatwick (LGW) | Royal Air Maroc (via CMN), easyJet seasonal | ~3h direct | Check for one-stop routings via Casablanca. |
| Manchester / Birmingham | Royal Air Maroc via Casablanca | ~6h with connection | Or fly to Málaga and take the fast ferry from Tarifa (1h). |
| Via Spain | Any Málaga/Seville flight + FRS or Balearia ferry | 1h ferry from Tarifa | Popular with families driving down through Andalusia. |
Arriving at Tangier Ibn Battouta (TNG)
The airport is 15 km southwest of the city, about 20–25 minutes to the Ville Nouvelle, medina or Malabata hotels. Arrivals is small; there is no train and the bus is impractical with luggage.
Airport transfer with us is a flat 450 MAD (about €42) each way for the car — 150 MAD to reserve online, the balance in cash to your driver on arrival. No metered surprises at 1 am.
What to book before you fly
- Airport transfer both ways — 450 MAD per car each way, 600 MAD return in the city.
- Private boat trip along the Strait, jet skis, quads or scuba diving (999 MAD, 3 hours, equipment and guide included).
- A day trip to Chefchaouen, the Akchour waterfalls (2,300 MAD, 9 am–8 pm) or Cap Spartel and the Caves of Hercules.
- Anything for July, August or a public holiday — these sell out weeks ahead.
Most booked by visitors from United Kingdom
These are the pages travellers from United Kingdom open most often — every one is booked directly with us, with the price you see on the page.
Tangier airport transfer
Flat 450 MAD per car, meet & greet
Things to do in Tangier
The full list, with real prices
Boat trips in Tangier
Private skipper, swimming stops
Chefchaouen day trip
The blue city, door to door
Jet ski rental
Booked direct, no resellers
1–4 day Tangier itineraries
Hour by hour, costed in dirhams
Best time to go
May, June, September and October are ideal — mid-20s °C and quiet beaches. Winter is mild (15–18 °C) and great for medina walking, city breaks and property viewing trips.
Money, cards and prices
£1 is roughly 12.6 MAD. Bring some cash for taxis, tips and the souk; Revolut/Monzo work at most ATMs. Our bookings take a small card deposit online and the balance in dirhams on the day.
Booking with us
Everything on this site is booked directly with our own drivers, skippers and guides — no third-party resellers. You pay a small deposit online to hold the slot and the balance in dirhams on the day, and you get a WhatsApp confirmation with your driver's name and number.
FAQ
- Are there direct flights from London to Tangier?
- Yes — Ryanair flies London Stansted to Tangier Ibn Battouta (TNG) direct in about three hours. Other UK cities connect via Casablanca with Royal Air Maroc, or via Málaga and the Tarifa ferry.
- Is Tangier safe for British tourists?
- Yes. Tangier is one of Morocco's safest cities for visitors; the usual big-city care applies in the medina at night. Use pre-booked drivers rather than unmetered street taxis and agree prices before you travel.
- Do I need a visa for Morocco with a British passport?
- No. British passport holders can visit Morocco visa-free for up to 90 days.
- How much should an airport transfer to Tangier cost?
- Our flat rate is 450 MAD (about £36) per car each way — 150 MAD to reserve online and the rest in cash to the driver. Street taxis quote higher at night and don't guarantee a meet-and-greet.
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