Travelling from Dubai to Menara Airport (RAK): What you need to know
Dubai has two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for booking a flight from Dubai to Menara Airport (RAK) flying out of Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
The timezone in Marrakech is UTC+1, which is three hours behind Dubai. Menara Airport is located in Marrakech.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Dubai to RAK.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, it's smart to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Dubai to RAK that include a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Dubai Airport (DXB), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between DXB and RAK include:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Dubai, DXB can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Dubai Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Dubai to Menara Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of the departures from Dubai Airport, 74.31% arrive on time at their destination.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
You can get to DWC from central Dubai in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your Dubai to RAK flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 56.64%.
About Menara Airport (RAK)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Dubai to Menara Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options 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 leading providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Dubai to Menara Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Menara Airport (RAK) to central Marrakech
Menara Airport is around 5 kilometres from central Marrakech. The time it takes to get there in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
It typically takes 20 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Menara Airport (RAK)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Menara Airport is 130 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 315 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Dubai to RAK. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Affordable Dubai to Menara Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a better deal is available on plane tickets from Dubai to RAK.
Hunt down a great price on a flight from Dubai to Menara Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
The best time to fly from Dubai to Menara Airport (RAK)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Dubai to Menara Airport (RAK). June is the busiest month to travel to Marrakech. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in April.
Lock in a Dubai to RAK plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Marrakech to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Dubai to Menara Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Marrakech
After booking your flight from Dubai to Menara Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Marrakech:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Jemaa el-Fnaa, Medina of Marrakech and Mosquée Hassan II are attractions you won't want to skip in Marrakech.
Explore more of Morocco
You've visited Marrakech, now it's time to discover more of Morocco. Travel about 225 kilometres north to Casablanca to tick off its leading attractions. From Mosquée to Mosquée and Hassan II Mosque, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Morocco, head for Rabat, roughly 290 kilometres north of Marrakech. Masjid Hassan II, National Archaeology Museum and باب الوداية - Bab Oudayas are key reasons to visit.
