Flying from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Menara Airport (RAK): what you need to know
The timezone in Marrakech is UTC+1, which is eight hours ahead of Vancouver.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your YVR to RAK flight.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Menara Airport (RAK)
R 4,446 is the best price for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Menara Airport flight. Return flights start at R 9,044. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from YVR to RAK if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when looking for your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Menara Airport.
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Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
71.77% of flights that take off from Vancouver International Airport reach their destination on time.
Vancouver International Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Menara Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to YVR:
Arriving at Menara Airport (RAK)
Consider booking a hotel close to RAK if you're on a late Vancouver International Airport to Menara Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Menara Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from addCar, Locationauto or united rent a car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Marrakech and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Menara Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Menara Airport (RAK) to central Marrakech
Menara Airport to the centre of Marrakech has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 20 minutes.
When to fly to Menara Airport (RAK)
March is the busiest month for flights from Vancouver International Airport to Menara Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Marrakech in April.
The warmest month in Marrakech is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Book your flights from Vancouver International Airport to Menara Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from YVR to RAK in January if you want to travel in 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 explored once you've taken in the sights of Marrakech. Around 225 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Hassan II Mosque, La Sqala and Square of Mohammed V.
Around 290 kilometres north of Marrakech, Rabat is another essential stop in Morocco. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Hassan Tower, Chellah and Royal Palace of Rabat.