Flying from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to Menara Airport (RAK): what you need to know
The timezone in Marrakech is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Sharm El Sheikh.
Your SSH to RAK flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Menara Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between SSH and RAK:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to Menara Airport (RAK)
R 1,257 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Menara Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 2,574. These prices may change depending on availability.
To score cheap tickets from SSH to RAK, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for a flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Menara Airport.
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Handy information about Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
65.11% of flights leaving from Sharm El Sheikh Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To reach Sharm El Sheikh Airport from central Sharm El Sheikh, it takes about 5 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Menara Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to SSH:
Arriving at Menara Airport (RAK)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Menara Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near RAK instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Menara Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from addCar, Locationauto or united rent a car and explore beyond Marrakech's main sights.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Menara Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Menara Airport (RAK) to central Marrakech
Menara Airport to central Marrakech has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
It'll take around 20 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Menara Airport (RAK)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Menara Airport. March is the busiest month to head to Marrakech. If you're after a more relaxed 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 Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Menara Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from SSH to RAK in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
Explore more of Morocco
Marrakech has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Morocco waiting to be explored. Around 225 kilometres north of Marrakech, a trip to Casablanca will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Hassan II Mosque, La Sqala and Square of Mohammed V.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Morocco, head for Rabat, roughly 290 kilometres north of Marrakech. Hassan Tower, Chellah and Royal Palace of Rabat are highlights.