Flying from London to Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK): What you need to know
When organising your flight from London to Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK), you'll have your pick of airports to take off from. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for your departure options. Other possibilities include London Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London Southend Airport (SEN).
Around 3 hours 40 minutes is the typical travel time on a direct London to Marrakech Menara Airport flight.
The timezone in Marrakech is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of London. Marrakech Menara Airport is located in Marrakech.
The busiest route is from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK). You can choose from 4 direct services each week. British Airways operates a 6:50am departure between LHR and RAK.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from London to RAK.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Go straight to your destination from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Direct flights from London to Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK) are available from here.
British Airways is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from London to Marrakech Menara Airport departing from LHR.
The majority of travellers prefer to fly with British Airways between LHR and RAK.
British Airways ranks as the leading on-time carrier on this route, with 85.71% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from London to RAK. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these popular airports:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport (CMN)
Faro Airport (FAO)
LHR is around 24 kms (15 miles) from central London. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from London to Marrakech Menara Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
78% of flights that depart London Heathrow Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Consider beginning your travels from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). You can book a direct London to Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK) plane ticket with departures from this hub.
Popular airlines that operate direct flights from London to RAK jetting off from LGW include:
EasyJet is the most popular choice for travellers flying from LGW to RAK.
Need a carrier known for punctuality? Go with easyJet. 86.19% of its flights between London Gatwick Airport and Marrakech Menara Airport touch down on schedule.
Break up your flight from London to Marrakech Menara Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Popular stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and RAK include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS)
You can arrive at LGW from central London in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 48 kms (30 miles) or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your London to RAK flight, stay in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
Most flights that depart London Gatwick Airport get to their destination as planned. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 82%.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Get to your destination faster from London Stansted Airport (STN). Direct flights from London to Marrakech Menara Airport are available from here.
Ryanair UK is one well-known airline that offers direct London to RAK plane tickets from STN.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between STN and RAK is Ryanair UK Ltd.
The top on-time carrier on this route is Jet2. Its services arrive as planned 66.67% of the time.
Book a plane ticket from London to Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK) out of London Stansted Airport (STN) with one or more stops. Popular stopovers between STN and RAK include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP)
Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport (ALC)
The journey time to STN from central London is around 45 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to cover the 56 kms (35 miles) or so.
Make catching an early London to Marrakech Menara Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near London Stansted Airport and get to your check-in counter without rushing:
STN has a very good on-time arrivals performance of 80%, so you can rely on your flight to stay on schedule and get to your destination as expected.
About Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London to Marrakech Menara Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near RAK instead:
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Getting from Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK) to central Marrakech
Marrakech Menara Airport is about 5 kms (3 miles) from central Marrakech. How long it takes to get there in a car hire or taxi will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
It'll take around 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK)
£15 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from London to Marrakech Menara Airport. Return flights start at £35. These fares can change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from London to RAK, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
Cheap London to Marrakech Menara Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from London to Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from London to Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK). March is the peak month for travel to Marrakech. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, think about going in December.
Before locking in your London to RAK plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Marrakech, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 40ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from London to Marrakech Menara Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC and 23ºC.
More about Marrakech
After booking your flight from London to Marrakech Menara Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Marrakech:
Jemaa el-Fnaa and Medina of Marrakech are just two of the big attractions to put on your Marrakech to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Mosquée Hassan II.
Explore more of Morocco
You've visited Marrakech, now it's time to explore other parts of Morocco. Travel around 225 kms (140 miles) north to Casablanca to check off its top sights. From Mosquée to Hassan II Mosque and Hassan II Mosque Museum, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 290 kms (180 miles) north of Marrakech, Rabat is another favourite stop in Morocco. Start your sightseeing at Masjid Hassan II, National Archaeology Museum and Mausoleum of Mohammed V.