Travelling from Menara Airport (RAK) to Dubai: what you need to know
Menara Airport is located in Marrakech. Following the UTC+4 timezone, Dubai is three hours ahead of Marrakech.
Allow plenty of time to make your RAK to Dubai flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Planning to travel during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from RAK to Dubai with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
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Travelling from central Marrakech to RAK takes around 20 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Menara Airport to Dubai? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near RAK:
73.36% of flights that leave from Menara Airport reach their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Menara Airport (RAK) to Dubai
$327 is currently the best price for a one-way Menara Airport to Dubai flight. A return flight ticket starts at $597. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
To find cheap flights from RAK to Dubai, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Menara Airport to Dubai across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Save time searching for cheap flights from RAK to Dubai by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Save money on your flight from Menara Airport to Dubai with the help of our filters. Select your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai takes about 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Menara Airport to Dubai. Book one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Dubai Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and experience the lesser-explored corners of Dubai and beyond.
Booking your ride from Dubai Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from RAK to Dubai can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) is about 56 kilometres from central Dubai. After your flight from Menara Airport to Dubai, it'll take you around 45 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 2 hours 5 minutes.
You'll find some great places to rest your head close to DWC. Settle in and get cosy after your RAK to Dubai flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up a Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare offers from Quicklease Car Hire, Quick Drive and Golden Key Car Hire.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Reserving your ride from DWC three weeks in advance often means better prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dubai
Before scheduling your flights from Menara Airport to Dubai, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Dubai offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season brings better hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Book a Menara Airport to Dubai flight ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from RAK to Dubai in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
More about Dubai
After booking your flight from Menara Airport to Dubai, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dubai:
The Dubai Mall Heart and Burj Khalifa are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Dubai to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Desert safari tourism.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Dubai is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United Arab Emirates you'll want to see. Around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai, a trip to Abu Dhabi will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.
Khawr Fakkān is another sought-after destination in United Arab Emirates and is around 113 kilometres east of Dubai. No trip is complete without a visit to Souq Sharq, Mountain Top View Point and Wadi Wurayah National Park.