Flying from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Menara Airport (RAK): what you need to know
Marrakech's timezone is UTC+1, making Marrakech five hours ahead of Ottawa.
To ensure you catch your YOW to RAK flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Menara Airport (RAK)
Right now, 249 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Menara Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 611 €. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from YOW to RAK, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Menara Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
58.21% of flights that take off from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Menara Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to YOW:
Arriving at Menara Airport (RAK)
Reserve a hotel close to RAK if you're catching a late Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Menara Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Menara Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from addCar, Locationauto or united rent a car and explore beyond Marrakech's main sights.
Booking your ride from Menara Airport about three weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
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 driving.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Menara Airport (RAK)
March is the most popular month for flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Menara Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Marrakech in April.
Before locking in your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Menara Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Marrakech, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from YOW to RAK in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
Explore more of Morocco
Marrakech has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Morocco waiting to be explored. About 225 kilometres north of Marrakech, a visit to Casablanca will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Hassan II Mosque, La Sqala and Square of Mohammed V.
Around 290 kilometres north of Marrakech, Rabat is another essential stop in Morocco. Experience major highlights starting with Hassan Tower, Chellah and Royal Palace of Rabat.