Travelling from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Menara Airport (RAK): what you need to know
Marrakech is one hour behind Sofia and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your SOF to RAK flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sofia Airport to Menara Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between SOF and RAK:
Alicante-Elche Airport
Malaga Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Menara Airport (RAK)
Right now, 59 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sofia Airport to Menara Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 107 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from SOF to RAK, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for a flight from Sofia Airport to Menara Airport.
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Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)
Of all flights departing from Sofia Airport, 66.73% land on time at their destination.
To reach Sofia Airport from central Sofia, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near SOF. Whether you've booked an early flight from Sofia Airport to Menara Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Menara Airport (RAK)
If you have a late Sofia Airport to Menara Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near RAK:
Travel at your own pace with a Menara Airport rental car. Book your wheels from addCar, Locationauto or united rent a car and chase adventure across Marrakech and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Menara Airport about three weeks before your trip.
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 takes roughly 20 minutes.
When to fly to Menara Airport (RAK)
The quietest month for a flight from Sofia Airport to Menara Airport is April, while March is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Marrakech based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Sofia Airport to Menara Airport for August if you'd like to explore Marrakech during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SOF to RAK around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Morocco
You've done Marrakech, now it's time to explore more of Morocco. Journey around 225 kilometres north to Casablanca to tick off its must-visit sights. From Hassan II Mosque to La Sqala and Square of Mohammed V, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 290 kilometres north of Marrakech, Rabat is another essential stop in Morocco. Start your sightseeing at Hassan Tower, Chellah and Royal Palace of Rabat.