Flying from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Menara Airport (RAK): what you need to know
The timezone in Marrakech is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Belfast.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your BFS to RAK flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Belfast International Airport to Menara Airport. These are the top stopovers between BFS and RAK:
Bordeaux Airport
London Luton Airport
London Gatwick Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Menara Airport (RAK)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Belfast International Airport to Menara Airport flight is P1,784. A round-trip fare is currently P3,193. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from BFS to RAK. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when looking for a flight from Belfast International Airport to Menara Airport.
Landing cheap flights from BFS to RAK is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Belfast International Airport to Menara Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Belfast International Airport (BFS)
67.55% of flights that depart Belfast International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To reach Belfast International Airport from central Belfast, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 2 hours when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near BFS. Whether you're taking an early flight from Belfast International Airport to Menara Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Menara Airport (RAK)
Consider staying in a hotel close to RAK if you're on a late Belfast International Airport to Menara Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Menara Airport rental car. Book your wheels from addCar, Locationauto or united rent a car and see more of Marrakech and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Menara Airport about three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Menara Airport (RAK) to central Marrakech
From Menara Airport, Marrakech is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes around 20 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Menara Airport (RAK)
The quietest month for a flight from Belfast International Airport to Menara Airport is April, while March is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Marrakech based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Belfast International Airport to Menara Airport for August if you'd like 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 BFS to RAK sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Morocco
Casablanca is just one of the many cities in Morocco waiting to be discovered after you've experienced 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 favourite stop in Morocco. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Hassan Tower, Chellah and Royal Palace of Rabat.