Travelling from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Newcastle Airport to Marrakech Menara Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours.
The timezone in Marrakech is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Newcastle.
Each week, there are three Newcastle Airport to Marrakech Menara Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to board your NCL to RAK flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Jet2 offers direct flights from Newcastle Airport to Marrakech Menara Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Marrakech — and maybe even more of Morocco if time allows.
Most travellers choose to travel with Jet2 on this route.
Jet2 is the most punctual carrier operating NCL to RAK flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Newcastle Airport to Marrakech Menara Airport. Just uncheck '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 NCL and RAK:
London Heathrow Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK)
R 416 is the best price for a one-way Newcastle Airport to Marrakech Menara Airport flight. Return flights start from R 1,694. These fares can change based on availability.
To secure cheap tickets from NCL to RAK, book your journey eight months before your departure.
January is the cheapest month for flights from Newcastle Airport to Marrakech Menara Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Newcastle Airport (NCL)
Newcastle Airport has a strong on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from NCL land at their destination as scheduled 82% of the time.
To reach Newcastle Airport from central Newcastle, it'll take around 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Newcastle Airport to Marrakech Menara Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near NCL:
Arriving at Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK)
Consider booking a hotel close to RAK if you have a late Newcastle Airport to Marrakech Menara Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Marrakech Menara Airport rental car and explore Marrakech and beyond with your own set of wheels. AddCar, Locationauto and united rent a car are top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Marrakech Menara Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK) to central Marrakech
Marrakech Menara Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from central Marrakech. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
It takes roughly 30 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Newcastle Airport to Marrakech Menara Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Marrakech. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Newcastle Airport to Marrakech Menara Airport for August if you want to explore Marrakech during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for cheap tickets from NCL to RAK sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Morocco
Marrakech is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Morocco just waiting to be explored. About 225 kilometres north of Marrakech, a visit to Casablanca will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Mosquée, Hassan II Mosque and Hassan II Mosque Museum.
Rabat is another essential stop in Morocco and is around 290 kilometres north of Marrakech. No trip is complete without visiting Masjid Hassan II, National Archaeology Museum and Mausoleum of Mohammed V.