Travelling from Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Marrakech Menara Airport to London Gatwick Airport is 3 hours 40 minutes.
London is one hour behind Marrakech and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Flights from RAK to LGW start at 09:05 — the earliest with easyJet. The last service of the day is at 23:20 with easyJet. Overall, there are 29 weekly Marrakech Menara Airport to London Gatwick Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your RAK to LGW flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like April, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
You can travel nonstop to London, the United Kingdom. Book a ticket with one of these airlines that offer direct flights from Marrakech Menara Airport to London Gatwick Airport:
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is easyJet.
With an impressive 85.71% of services arriving as planned, British Airways is the most punctual carrier for RAK to LGW flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Marrakech Menara Airport to London Gatwick Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between RAK and LGW include:
Madrid Airport
Mohammed V Airport
Turin Airport
Handy information about Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Marrakech Menara Airport, data shows 76% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Marrakech Menara Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Marrakech. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport will take about 30 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to RAK? If you're catching an early flight from Marrakech Menara Airport to London Gatwick Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
If you have a late Marrakech Menara Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near LGW:
Grab a London Gatwick Airport rental car and discover London and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia are popular outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from London Gatwick Airport around three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport to central London has a drive time of about 1 hour 5 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Marrakech Menara Airport to London Gatwick Airport. August is the most popular month to visit London. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Marrakech Menara Airport to London Gatwick Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from RAK to LGW in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen London. Around 257 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Birmingham is another well-known destination in the United Kingdom and is around 161 kilometres north-west of London. No trip is complete without seeing Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.