BEM - Beni Mellal Airport
Beni Mellal, Morocco
IATA Code: BEM · Beni Mellal, Morocco
The airport code BEM is the IATA identifier for Beni Mellal Airport. You may also find it referred to as Beni Mellal Airport (BEM).
Beni Mellal Airport (BEM) serves Beni Mellal, Morocco, in the Africa fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
BEM is the IATA airport code for Beni Mellal Airport, located in Beni Mellal, Morocco. The airport is situated at coordinates 32.4019°N, 6.3159°W. The current jet fuel price in the Africa region is $5.56/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Africa)
$5.56/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- BEM
- City
- Beni Mellal
- Country
- Morocco
- Timezone
- Africa/Casablanca
- Latitude
- 32.4019°
- Longitude
- -6.3159°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Africa
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from BEM
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| CMN - Casablanca | 160 km | $2,491 | $5/passenger |
| GMD - Ben Slimane | 163 km | $2,538 | $5/passenger |
| OZZ - Ouarzazate | 172 km | $2,678 | $5/passenger |
| MEK - Meknes | 180 km | $2,802 | $6/passenger |
| RAK - Marrakech | 185 km | $2,880 | $6/passenger |
| ERH - Er-rachidia | 187 km | $2,911 | $6/passenger |
| RBA - Rabat | 188 km | $2,927 | $6/passenger |
| FEZ - Fes | 210 km | $3,269 | $7/passenger |
| NNA - Kentira | 213 km | $3,316 | $7/passenger |
| OZG - Zagora | 235 km | $3,658 | $7/passenger |
| ESU - Essadouira | 337 km | $5,246 | $10/passenger |
| TTU - Tetouan | 367 km | $5,713 | $11/passenger |
| TNG - Tanger | 372 km | $5,791 | $12/passenger |
| AGA - Agadir | 374 km | $5,822 | $12/passenger |
| AHU - Al Hociema | 384 km | $5,978 | $12/passenger |
| CBH - Béchar | 391 km | $6,087 | $12/passenger |
| UAR - Bouarfa | 407 km | $6,336 | $13/passenger |
| NDR - El Aroui | 419 km | $6,523 | $13/passenger |
| AEI - Algeciras | 422 km | $6,570 | $13/passenger |
| GIB - Gibraltar | 426 km | $6,632 | $13/passenger |
| MLN - Melilla | 446 km | $6,943 | $14/passenger |
| ROZ - Rota | 472 km | $7,348 | $15/passenger |
| XRY - Jerez | 483 km | $7,519 | $15/passenger |
| OUD - Oujda | 486 km | $7,566 | $15/passenger |
| AGP - Malaga | 503 km | $7,831 | $16/passenger |
| OZP - Sevilla | 535 km | $8,329 | $17/passenger |
| FAO - Faro | 535 km | $8,329 | $17/passenger |
| TLM - Tlemcen | 536 km | $8,344 | $17/passenger |
| TIN - Tindouf | 552 km | $8,594 | $17/passenger |
| SVQ - Sevilla | 559 km | $8,703 | $17/passenger |
| PRM - Portimao | 567 km | $8,827 | $18/passenger |
| MZW - Mecheria | 580 km | $9,029 | $18/passenger |
| GRX - Granada | 580 km | $9,029 | $18/passenger |
| BFW - Sidi Bel Abbes | 612 km | $9,528 | $19/passenger |
| LEI - Almeria | 612 km | $9,528 | $19/passenger |
| ODB - Cordoba | 619 km | $9,637 | $19/passenger |
| ORN - Oran | 635 km | $9,886 | $20/passenger |
| TAF - Oran | 637 km | $9,917 | $20/passenger |
| TTA - Tan Tan | 639 km | $9,948 | $20/passenger |
| BYJ - Beja (madeira) | 648 km | $10,088 | $20/passenger |
| MUW - Ghriss | 674 km | $10,493 | $21/passenger |
| EBH - El Bayadh | 706 km | $10,991 | $22/passenger |
| TMX - Timimoun | 721 km | $11,225 | $22/passenger |
| BJZ - Badajoz | 723 km | $11,256 | $23/passenger |
| CQM - Ciudad Real | 748 km | $11,645 | $23/passenger |
| LIS - Lisbon | 754 km | $11,738 | $23/passenger |
| CAT - Cascais | 755 km | $11,754 | $24/passenger |
| AVR - Alverca | 761 km | $11,847 | $24/passenger |
| RMU - Murcia | 764 km | $11,894 | $24/passenger |
| AZR - Adrar | 778 km | $12,112 | $24/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your BEM Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Africa region has jet fuel priced at $5.56/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from BEM
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Beni Mellal
Beni Mellal enjoys a subtropical climate characterized by hot summers and mild winters. Temperatures generally range from 15°C to 35°C (59°F to 95°F) throughout the year. Early morning and late evening flights can offer relief from daytime heat during summer. Pack layers for air-conditioned terminals.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through BEM
BEM operates within the African fuel pricing region. Aviation infrastructure across Africa has seen significant investment in recent years, with many airports modernizing facilities to accommodate growing passenger numbers. Travelers should verify visa requirements, vaccination certificates (particularly yellow fever), and currency exchange options before arrival.
Planning Your Trip via BEM
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Beni Mellal Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from BEM
- Fuel impact awareness: The Africa region currently prices jet fuel at $5.56/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to BEM are CMN, GMD, OZZ — consider these for potentially lower fares