Flying from London to Menara Airport (RAK): What you need to know
Choose from multiple airports when organising a flight from London to Menara Airport (RAK). Explore your options for leaving London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also service London.
Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 45 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct London to Menara Airport flight.
The timezone in Marrakech is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of London. Menara Airport is located in Marrakech.
You can pick from 4 direct flights every week between London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Menara Airport (RAK). This is the most popular route, with British Airways offering a 6:50am departure from LHR to RAK.
Your flight from London to RAK won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During high season, allow for extended wait times and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from London to Menara Airport (RAK) operate out of this terminal.
When departing from LHR, you can catch a direct flight from London to Menara Airport with British Airways.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between LHR and RAK is British Airways.
British Airways is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 70.73% of its services landing on time.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from London to RAK. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Mohamed V International Airport (CMN)
Faro Airport (FAO)
Located around 31 kilometres from the centre of London, LHR can be reached in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from London to Menara Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68.18% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Consider flying out of London Gatwick Airport (LGW). You can book a direct London to Menara Airport (RAK) flight ticket from this hub.
When departing from LGW, you can pick from a variety of airlines that operate direct flights from London to RAK. Take to the skies with any of these carriers:
On the LGW to RAK route, easyJet is the top airline in terms of bookings.
British Airways is the most punctual carrier flying from London Gatwick Airport to Menara Airport, with 71.08% of its services arriving as scheduled.
Check a new destination off your list or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from London to Menara Airport, browse these options when taking off from London Gatwick Airport:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
Using public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 80 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your London to RAK flight, stay in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport:
69.26% of flights out of London Gatwick Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Start your trip at Stansted Airport (STN) and fly straight to your destination without stopping. You can book direct flights from London to Menara Airport out of here.
Get ready for takeoff with Ryanair UK. It offers direct London to RAK flight tickets from STN.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between STN and RAK is Ryanair UK.
Among carriers operating on this route, Jet2 has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
Book a flight ticket from London to Menara Airport (RAK) departing from Stansted Airport (STN) with a stop or two. Some popular stopovers between STN and RAK include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Malaga Airport (AGP)
Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
From the centre of London, STN is around 64 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour to arrive by car and 1 hour 25 minutes or so on public transport.
Sleep a little longer and still make your London to Menara Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near Stansted Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're jetting off early:
Flights departing from STN land at their destination within the expected time frame 64.73% of the time.
About Menara Airport (RAK)
Have a late flight from London to Menara Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay at one of these hotels near RAK and be in snooze mode sooner:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Menara Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from addCar, Locationauto or united rent a car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Marrakech and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your London to Menara Airport flight.
Getting from Menara Airport (RAK) to central Marrakech
Menara Airport to central Marrakech is roughly 5 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Menara Airport (RAK)
At the moment, Rs4,923 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Menara Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs9,846. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from London to RAK if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest London to Menara Airport tickets throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from London to Menara Airport (RAK)
April is the quietest month for flights from London to Menara Airport (RAK), while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Marrakech based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a London to RAK flight ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Marrakech to range from 20ºC to 40ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from London to 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
Once you've booked your flight from London to Menara Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Marrakech:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Jemaa el-Fnaa, Medina of Marrakech and Mosquée Hassan II are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Marrakech itinerary.
Explore more of Morocco
You've seen Marrakech, now it's time to discover more of Morocco. Journey around 225 kilometres north to Casablanca to check off its leading sights. From Mosquée to Mosquée and Hassan II Mosque, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're looking to explore another side of Morocco, head for Rabat, roughly 290 kilometres north of Marrakech. Masjid Hassan II, National Archaeology Museum and باب الوداية - Bab Oudayas are among its highlights.