Flying from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to Menara Airport (RAK): what you need to know
Marrakech is one hour behind Chania and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your CHQ to RAK flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chania International Airport to Menara Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between CHQ and RAK:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Geneve Airport
Brussels Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to Menara Airport (RAK)
Currently, P7,176 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Chania International Airport to Menara Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is P12,334. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from CHQ to RAK. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Chania International Airport to Menara Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from CHQ to RAK by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Chania International Airport to Menara Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Chania International Airport (CHQ)
Chania International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 91.98% of flights that depart CHQ arrive at their destination without delay.
To get to Chania International Airport from central Chania, it takes about 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking an early flight from Chania International Airport to Menara Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to CHQ:
Arriving at Menara Airport (RAK)
If you're arriving on a late Chania International Airport to Menara Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these options near RAK:
Pick up a Menara Airport rental car and explore Marrakech and beyond with your own wheels. AddCar, Locationauto and united rent a car are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Menara Airport around three weeks in advance of your trip.
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.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Menara Airport (RAK)
March is the most popular month for flights from Chania International Airport to Menara Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Marrakech in April.
Lock in your flight from Chania International Airport to Menara Airport for August if you'd like to visit Marrakech during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CHQ to RAK in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
Explore more of Morocco
Marrakech has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Morocco you should also see. Around 225 kilometres north of Marrakech, a trip to Casablanca will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Hassan II Mosque, La Sqala and Square of Mohammed V.
If there's time to check out another side of Morocco, consider Rabat, about 290 kilometres north of Marrakech. Hassan Tower, Chellah and Royal Palace of Rabat are key highlights.
