Airport Comparison
| CMN | SMO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mohammed V International Airport | Santa Monica Municipal Airport |
| IATA Code | CMN | SMO |
| ICAO Code | GMMN | KSMO |
| City | Casablanca | Santa Monica |
| Country | Morocco | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Casablanca | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 656 ft | 170 ft |
| Coordinates | 33.370000, -7.590000 | 34.020000, -118.450000 |
Casablanca (CMN) to Santa Monica (SMO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mohammed V International Airport (CMN) in Casablanca, Morocco to Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO) in Santa Monica, United States is 9,617 kilometers (5,976 miles / 5,193 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 309°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Morocco with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 08:37 in Casablanca, it's 23:37 in Santa Monica. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Santa Monica (SMO) to Casablanca (CMN) follows a heading of 51° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Mohammed V International Airport (CMN) and Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.