Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Menara Airport (RAK): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Menara Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Marrakech is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Edinburgh.
Choose from three weekly Edinburgh Airport to Menara Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with Ryanair UK is the earliest flight you can take. Ryanair UK operates the last service of the day at 15:10.
Leave enough time to catch your EDI to RAK flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Flying into Marrakech (and then discovering more of Morocco!) is a snap with Ryanair UK. This popular carrier has direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Menara Airport.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Ryanair UK.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Menara Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between EDI and RAK include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Menara Airport (RAK)
Right now, 38 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Menara Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 105 €. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book five months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from EDI to RAK.
The cheapest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Menara Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from EDI to RAK.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Menara Airport.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
67.94% of flights leaving from Edinburgh Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Edinburgh Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Edinburgh. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Menara Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near EDI:
Arriving at Menara Airport (RAK)
If you're coming in on a late Edinburgh Airport to Menara Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping 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 wheels. AddCar, Locationauto and united rent a car are top outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Menara Airport around three weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Menara Airport (RAK) to central Marrakech
From Menara Airport, Marrakech is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 20 minutes.
When to fly to Menara Airport (RAK)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Menara Airport. March is the most popular month to head to Marrakech. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Menara Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Marrakech, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from EDI to RAK in January. Average temperatures are between 3ºC (37ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.
Explore more of Morocco
You've seen Marrakech, now it's time to discover other parts of Morocco. Travel about 225 kilometres north to Casablanca to tick off its top attractions. From Hassan II Mosque to La Sqala and Square of Mohammed V, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Morocco, head for Rabat, about 290 kilometres north of Marrakech. Hassan Tower, Chellah and Royal Palace of Rabat are among the biggest draws.