Flying from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to Menara Airport (RAK): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Gran Canaria Airport to Menara Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.
Marrakech's timezone is UTC+1, making Marrakech one hour ahead of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.
Take your pick of ten weekly Gran Canaria Airport to Menara Airport flights. The 08:00 departure with Ryanair is the earliest available. Ryanair operates the latest service of the day at 18:25.
Your LPA to RAK flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as March. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Ryanair is your ticket to exploring Marrakech (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Morocco!). Check out the direct flights from Gran Canaria Airport to Menara Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Ryanair.
With 66.67% of its services landing on schedule, Binter Canarias is the most punctual carrier offering LPA to RAK flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Gran Canaria Airport to Menara Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between LPA and RAK:
Lanzarote Airport
Tenerife South Airport
Mohamed V International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to Menara Airport (RAK)
Rs4,849 is the lowest price for a one-way Gran Canaria Airport to Menara Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs10,415. These fares can change depending on demand.
Book five months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LPA to RAK.
The cheapest month for flights from Gran Canaria Airport to Menara Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
Of all flights leaving Gran Canaria Airport, 68.09% land on time at their destination.
Gran Canaria Airport is around 26 kilometres from central Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 40 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Gran Canaria Airport to Menara Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near LPA:
Arriving at Menara Airport (RAK)
Book a hotel close to RAK if you're on a late Gran Canaria Airport to Menara Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Menara Airport rental car and explore Marrakech and beyond with your own wheels. AddCar, Locationauto and united rent a car are leading providers you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Menara Airport about three weeks ahead.
Getting from Menara Airport (RAK) to central Marrakech
Menara Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from central Marrakech. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 20 minutes.
When to fly to Menara Airport (RAK)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Gran Canaria Airport to Menara Airport. March is the busiest month to head to Marrakech. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Marrakech is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 40ºC. Book your flights from Gran Canaria Airport to Menara Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from LPA to RAK in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 3ºC and 23ºC on average.
Explore more of Morocco
You've seen Marrakech, now it's time to explore other corners of Morocco. Journey around 225 kilometres north to Casablanca to check off its leading attractions. From Hassan II Mosque to La Sqala and Square of Mohammed V, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Morocco, head for Rabat, roughly 290 kilometres north of Marrakech. Hassan Tower, Chellah and Royal Palace of Rabat are key reasons to visit.