Flying from Menara Airport (RAK) to London: what you need to know
Expect to be traveling for 3 hours 40 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Menara Airport to London.
The timezone in London is UTC+0. The city is 1 hour behind Marrakech, where Menara Airport is located.
Menara Airport (RAK) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is the most traveled route, with 32 weekly flights to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from RAK to LGW is with easyJet at 22:50. Choose the first departure with Wizz Air UK at 10:05 if you want to fly out earlier.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from RAK to London. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a popular month such as June? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can travel directly to London departing from RAK. Arrive at one of these airports on your flight from Menara Airport to London:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Stansted Airport (STN)
These are some of the most popular airlines operating direct flights from Menara Airport to London:
We make it a breeze to find a flight from RAK to London with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Malaga Airport (AGP)
Luxembourg Airport (LUX)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
You'll need an embassy visa for United Kingdom if you hold a passport from Morocco and are traveling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can change. So before you book your cheap ticket from Menara Airport to London, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most recent updates.
RAK is around 4 miles from central Marrakech. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 19 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near RAK? If you're boarding an early flight from Menara Airport to London, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Menara Airport (RAK) to London
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Menara Airport to London is $22. The cheapest price for a return flight is $47. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap tickets from RAK to London by booking 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Menara Airport to London. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is approximately 19 miles. It takes around 57 minutes to get to the center driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 1 minute.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Menara Airport to London. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is roughly 50 miles from the center of London. Once you've disembarked your flight from Menara Airport to London, it'll take you around 1 hour and 19 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour and 26 minutes.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near LGW. Settle in and get cozy after your flight from RAK to London at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to London
July is the most popular month for flights from Menara Airport to London. To escape the crowds, visit London in February when things are quieter.
Before booking a flight from Menara Airport to London, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with the temperature ranging from 52ºF to 79ºF.
January has average temperatures of between 32ºF and 48ºF. Look for cheap flights from RAK to London sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about London
After booking your flight from Menara Airport to London, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring London:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are major attractions which should feature on every London itinerary.
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