Flying from Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK) to Sphinx International Airport (SPX): what you need to know
The timezone in Giza is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Marrakech.
Your RAK to SPX flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK) to Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Marrakech Menara Airport to Sphinx International Airport flight is $129. A round-trip fare right now is $279. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from RAK to SPX, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for your flight from Marrakech Menara Airport to Sphinx International Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from RAK to SPX by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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Handy information about Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK)
When it comes to Marrakech Menara Airport's on-time performance, 76% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Marrakech Menara Airport from central Marrakech, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 30 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Marrakech Menara Airport to Sphinx International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to RAK:
Arriving at Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
Consider staying at Prime Select West Sodic after your Marrakech Menara Airport to Sphinx International Airport flight. It's a short drive from SPX and a handy option if you'd like to catch some z's soon after landing.
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Sphinx International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sixt, Budget or Avis and explore beyond Giza's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Sphinx International Airport around one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Sphinx International Airport (SPX) to central Giza
Sphinx International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from central Giza. The drive time takes around 45 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
September is the busiest month for flights from Marrakech Menara Airport to Sphinx International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Giza in March.
The warmest month in Giza is July, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Book your flights from Marrakech Menara Airport to Sphinx International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from RAK to SPX in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of Egypt
Alexandria is just one of the many places in Egypt waiting to be explored once you've seen Giza. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Bibliotheca Alexandria, Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach.
Port Said is another favourite destination in Egypt and is around 177 kilometres north-east of Giza. No journey is complete without a visit to Suez Canal, Museum of Modern Art in Port Said and Zahir Mosque.