Flying from Chicago to Menara Airport (RAK): What you need to know
Start your travel planning by working out where you'll take off for your flight from Chicago to Menara Airport (RAK). O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are the two main airports in Chicago.
Menara Airport is located in Marrakech. The city follows the UTC+1 timezone and is six hours ahead of Chicago.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Chicago to RAK. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During peak travel periods, allow for extended wait times and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Chicago to RAK leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Located around 40 kms (25 miles) from central Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Chicago to Menara Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
When it comes to O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.85% of flights complete their journey on time.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
With public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kms (12 miles) away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Chicago to RAK flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Chicago Midway International Airport:
77.88% of flights departing Chicago Midway International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
The address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is roughly 137 kms (85 miles) from central Chicago. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey of around 4 hours 15 minutes.
Make catching an early Chicago to Menara Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to your departure gate with time to spare:
Flights that depart from RFD land at their destination within the expected time frame 76.19% of the time.
The address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Menara Airport (RAK)
If you have a late flight from Chicago to Menara Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near RAK:
Pick up a Menara Airport rental car and discover Marrakech and beyond with your own set of wheels. AddCar, Locationauto and united rent a car are popular providers you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Chicago to Menara Airport flight.
Getting from Menara Airport (RAK) to central Marrakech
Central Marrakech is around 3 miles from Menara Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
It takes roughly 20 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Menara Airport (RAK)
At the moment, £171 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Menara Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £386. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Chicago to RAK, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Chicago to Menara Airport tickets across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from Chicago to Menara Airport. Pick the departure times, airlines and number of stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.
The best time to fly from Chicago to Menara Airport (RAK)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Chicago to Menara Airport (RAK). June is when most people travel to Marrakech. If crowds aren't your thing, head there in April.
The warmest month in Marrakech is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Lock in your Chicago to RAK plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Menara Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Marrakech
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Marrakech right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Chicago to Menara Airport:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Jemaa el-Fnaa, Medina of Marrakech and Mosquée Hassan II are must-do's during your Marrakech adventure.
Explore more of Morocco
You've seen Marrakech, now it's time to explore more of Morocco. Journey about 225 kms (140 miles) north to Casablanca to check off its top attractions. From Mosquée to Mosquée and Hassan II Mosque, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Rabat is another standout destination in Morocco and is around 290 kms (180 miles) north of Marrakech. No trip is complete without experiencing Masjid Hassan II, National Archaeology Museum and باب الوداية - Bab Oudayas.