Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Menara Airport (RAK): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Menara Airport.
The timezone in Marrakech is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of London.
Flights from LHR to RAK start from 06:30 — the first with British Airways. The last service of the day is at 13:40 with British Airways. In total, you can choose from four weekly London Heathrow Airport to Menara Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to board your LHR to RAK flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
British Airways is your gateway to exploring Marrakech (and perhaps some other great corners of Morocco!). Browse the direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Menara Airport offered by this airline.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is British Airways.
With 70.73% of its services landing on schedule, British Airways is the most punctual carrier offering LHR to RAK flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Menara Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between LHR and RAK:
Mohamed V International Airport
Faro Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Menara Airport (RAK)
Currently, R 1,432 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Menara Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 3,228. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from LHR to RAK by booking at least 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Plan your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Menara Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from LHR to RAK.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Menara Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
68.18% of flights departing from London Heathrow Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central London to London Heathrow Airport is approximately 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 55 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour on public transport.
Taking an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Menara Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near LHR:
Arriving at Menara Airport (RAK)
Book a hotel close to RAK if you're on a late London Heathrow Airport to Menara Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Menara Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from addCar, Locationauto or united rent a car and explore beyond Marrakech's main sights.
Booking your ride from Menara Airport around three weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Menara Airport (RAK) to central Marrakech
Menara Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Marrakech. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
It'll take around 20 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Menara Airport (RAK)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Menara Airport. March is the most popular month to visit Marrakech. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Marrakech is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Lock in your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Menara Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from LHR to RAK in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
Explore more of Morocco
You've done Marrakech, now it's time to discover other parts of Morocco. Journey around 225 kilometres north to Casablanca to tick off its must-visit sights. From Hassan II Mosque to La Sqala and Square of Mohammed V, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Morocco, consider Rabat, about 290 kilometres north of Marrakech. Hassan Tower, Chellah and Royal Palace of Rabat are among the biggest draws.