Flying from Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK) to Madinah Airport (MED): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Marrakech Menara Airport to Madinah Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 6 hours 30 minutes.
Madinah is two hours ahead of Marrakech and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your RAK to MED flight.
Flying during a peak month like April? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Getting to Madinah (and then exploring more of Saudi Arabia!) is a snap with Saudia. This popular carrier has direct flights from Marrakech Menara Airport to Madinah Airport.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Saudia.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Marrakech Menara Airport to Madinah Airport. Many travellers pass through Istanbul Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK) to Madinah Airport (MED)
Currently, $363 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Marrakech Menara Airport to Madinah Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $644. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from RAK to MED. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Marrakech Menara Airport to Madinah Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across each month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK)
Of the departures from Marrakech Menara Airport, 76% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Marrakech to Marrakech Menara Airport is around 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to RAK? If you're catching an early flight from Marrakech Menara Airport to Madinah Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Madinah Airport (MED)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Marrakech Menara Airport to Madinah Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MED instead:
Pick up a Madinah Airport rental car and discover Madinah and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Enterprise and Budget are well-known companies to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Madinah Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Madinah Airport (MED) to central Madinah
Madinah Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of Madinah. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Madinah Airport (MED)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Marrakech Menara Airport to Madinah Airport. September is the busiest month to visit Madinah. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Marrakech Menara Airport to Madinah Airport for August if you want to visit Madinah during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from RAK to MED in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Jeddah is just one of the many cities in Saudi Arabia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Madinah. Around 338 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Jeddah Old Town (Al Balad), Digital Art Museum (Team Lab) and Jeddah Beach.
Mecca is another must-experience destination in Saudi Arabia and is around 338 kilometres south of Madinah. No trip is complete without visiting Almashar Alharam Mosque, Mecca and Masjid Al Khaif.