Flying from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Menara Airport (RAK): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Menara Airport is 4 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Marrakech is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Athens.
Take your pick of four weekly Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Menara Airport flights. The 08:50 departure with Aegean Airlines is the earliest you can take. Aegean Airlines operates the last service of the day at 08:55.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your ATH to RAK flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Flying into Marrakech (and then discovering more of Morocco!) is a snap with Aegean Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Menara Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Aegean Airlines on this route.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Menara Airport. Here are the top stopovers between ATH and RAK:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Vienna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Menara Airport (RAK)
$109 is the lowest price for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Menara Airport flight. Return flights start from $211. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Book six months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from ATH to RAK.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Menara Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from ATH to RAK by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Menara Airport.
Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, 77.19% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport from central Athens, it takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Menara Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to ATH:
Arriving at Menara Airport (RAK)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Menara Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near RAK instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Menara Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from addCar, Locationauto or united rent a car and discover more of Marrakech and beyond.
Booking your ride from Menara Airport around three weeks in advance can help you get 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 drive to the centre.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 20 minutes.
When to fly to Menara Airport (RAK)
The quietest month for a flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Menara Airport is April, while March is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Marrakech based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Menara Airport for August if you'd like to go to Marrakech during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ATH to RAK in January. Temperatures average between 3ºC (37ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.
Explore more of Morocco
Casablanca is just one of the many cities in Morocco waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Marrakech. Around 225 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Hassan II Mosque, La Sqala and Square of Mohammed V.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Morocco, head for Rabat, roughly 290 kilometres north of Marrakech. Hassan Tower, Chellah and Royal Palace of Rabat are key reasons to visit.