Flying from Glasgow to Menara Airport (RAK): what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Glasgow to Menara Airport (RAK). Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are the two main airports in Glasgow.
4 hours is the average journey time for a direct flight from Glasgow to Menara Airport.
Menara Airport is located in Marrakech. The city operates in the UTC+1 timezone and is 1 hour ahead of Glasgow.
The busiest route is from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Menara Airport (RAK), with 1 direct services every week. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from GLA to RAK is the 07:45 Jet2 service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 15:05 with Jet2.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Glasgow to RAK.
Popular months like June or other peak seasons mean bigger queues and potential delays. Get a head start by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
You can book a direct flight from Glasgow to Menara Airport (RAK) departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA).
You'll find a direct flight from Glasgow to Menara Airport with Jet2. This top airline operates departures from GLA.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Glasgow to RAK. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Glasgow International Airport (GLA). Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS)
From the centre of Glasgow, GLA is around 14 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to get there.
Booked an early flight from Glasgow to Menara Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to Glasgow International Airport:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Looking to fly out of Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)? You can reserve a direct flight from Glasgow to Menara Airport (RAK) departing from this hub.
Jet2 operates direct flights from Glasgow to RAK leaving from PIK. Book your preferred seat and arrive at your destination in one go.
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Glasgow to Menara Airport. Visit family or friends or cross another city off your list. Whatever you'd like to do, check out these options between Glasgow Prestwick Airport and RAK:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
Bristol Airport (BRS)
PIK is around 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. It takes 38 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 53 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Glasgow to RAK, kick back in one of these hotels near Glasgow Prestwick Airport:
About Menara Airport (RAK)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Glasgow to Menara Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near RAK instead:
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 driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 19 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Menara Airport (RAK)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Menara Airport is R 719. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,697. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
We recommend booking 2 months before takeoff. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to score cheap tickets from Glasgow to RAK around that time.
To get the best deal on your tickets from Glasgow to Menara Airport, plan your trip for November (it's when flights are cheapest). Got flexible travel dates? Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the most affordable day to fly.
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Customise your journey using filters. Choose the duration, number of stops, and departure and arrival times to find the ideal flight from Glasgow to Menara Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' options first.
The best time to fly from Glasgow to Menara Airport (RAK)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Glasgow to Menara Airport. June is the most popular month to travel to Marrakech. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Marrakech is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 40ºC. Book your flights from Glasgow to RAK in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Glasgow to Menara Airport in January when temperatures average between 3ºC and 23ºC.
More about Marrakech
Once you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Menara Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Marrakech:
One of the best ways to experience Marrakech is to explore its popular attractions. Some highlights include Jardin Majorelle, Koutoubia Mosque and Bahia Palace.
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