Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Menara Airport (RAK): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Menara Airport is 3 hours 40 minutes.
Marrakech's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Marrakech one hour ahead of London.
You can choose from 32 weekly London Gatwick Airport to Menara Airport flights. The 05:25 departure with easyJet is the earliest flight you can take. EasyJet operates the last service of the day at 18:30.
To ensure you catch your LGW to RAK flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
You'll find a variety of airlines operating direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Menara Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Marrakech adventure, let one of these carriers take you to this popular corner of Morocco:
British Airways is the top choice for travellers on this route.
British Airways is the most punctual carrier offering LGW to RAK flights, with 71.08% of its services reaching their destination on time.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Menara Airport. These are the top stopovers between LGW and RAK:
Lisbon Portela Airport
Alicante-Elche Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Menara Airport (RAK)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Menara Airport flight is $46. A round-trip ticket is currently $81. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from LGW to RAK, reserve your trip six months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Menara Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
69.26% of flights leaving from London Gatwick Airport reach their destination on time.
Central London to London Gatwick Airport is around 80 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near LGW. Whether you've booked an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Menara Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Menara Airport (RAK)
If you're landing on a late London Gatwick Airport to Menara Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near RAK:
Grab a Menara Airport rental car and discover Marrakech and beyond with your own set of wheels. AddCar, Locationauto and united rent a car are leading providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Menara Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Menara Airport (RAK) to central Marrakech
Menara Airport to central Marrakech has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Menara Airport (RAK)
March is the most popular month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Menara Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Marrakech in April.
The warmest month in Marrakech is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Lock in your flights from London Gatwick Airport to Menara Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LGW to RAK sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Morocco
Casablanca is just one of the many cities in Morocco waiting to be discovered once you've seen Marrakech. Around 225 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Hassan II Mosque, La Sqala and Square of Mohammed V.
If you're eager to discover another side of Morocco, consider Rabat, about 290 kilometres north of Marrakech. Hassan Tower, Chellah and Royal Palace of Rabat are key reasons to visit.