Flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) to Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK): what you need to know
The timezone in Marrakech is UTC+1, which is two hours behind Nairobi.
To ensure you catch your NBO to RAK flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like 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.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Marrakech Menara Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between NBO and RAK:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) to Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK)
R 6,337 is currently the best price for a one-way Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Marrakech Menara Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 12,331. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from NBO to RAK, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Marrakech Menara Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across each month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
62% of flights that leave from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To reach Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport from central Nairobi, it takes around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near NBO? If you're catching an early flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Marrakech Menara Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Marrakech Menara Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near RAK instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Marrakech Menara Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from addCar, Locationauto or united rent a car and chase adventure across Marrakech and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Marrakech Menara Airport around three weeks in advance.
Getting from Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK) to central Marrakech
From Marrakech Menara Airport, Marrakech is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Marrakech Menara Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Marrakech. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Marrakech Menara Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Marrakech, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from NBO to RAK in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
Explore more of Morocco
Casablanca is just one of the many places in Morocco waiting to be discovered after you've seen Marrakech. Around 225 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Mosquée, Hassan II Mosque and Hassan II Mosque Museum.
Rabat is another well-known destination in Morocco and is around 290 kilometres north of Marrakech. No trip is complete without seeing Masjid Hassan II, National Archaeology Museum and Mausoleum of Mohammed V.