Menara International Airport (RAK)

Overview

Marrakech-Menara International Airport is among the busiest airports in Morocco, coming in right behind Casablanca's Mohammed V International Airport with roughly three million passengers processed each year. The facility is attractive and modern with a few cafés and some good duty-free shops; however it is often crowded and chaotic with long queues being a common feature.

Flights to Marrakech-Menara International Airport come in from all over Europe, including major cities like London, Paris, Copenhagen, Lisbon, Frankfurt, Barcelona and Amsterdam; however, many long-haul flights still connect via Casablanca.

Location

The airport is situated four miles (6km) south-west of Marrakech.

Getting to the city

There is a shuttle bus (No. 19) running from the airport every hour between roughly 6am and 12.25am, and to the airport between 6am and 11.40pm. It goes via Hivernage, Jemaa El Fna, Bab Doukkala, Gueliz, ONCF Station.

'Petit' taxis are available at Parking Lot 1, and the fare should be about MAD 80 to MAD 100, with a 50 percent increase at night. Larger taxis are available at increased rates.

Time

GMT

Contacts

Tel: +212 5 244 7910.

Car rental

There are a few car rental companies with offices in Marrakech-Menara, including Sixt, National, Hertz, Avis, Europcar, ADA and a few other local companies. However, driving in Marrakech is a bit of an extreme sport with aggressive drivers and little parking.

Airport Taxis

Taxis that will take passengers to the city centre are available just outside the terminal. A sign shows the advised payment which is usually down from USD 17 and generally more expensive at night. Fares should determined before transport and the ride should be between 15 and 20 minutes.

Transfer between terminals

The terminals are within walking distance of each other.

Facilities

Money and communications: There are ATMs, banks and currency exchange facilities available.

Luggage: Lost luggage queries are handled by individual airlines.

Conference and business: There isn't much in the way of conference and business facilities in the airport, but nearby hotels have good options.

Other facilities: There are handicapped facilities, as well as shops and restaurants in the airport.

Wi-fi: There is no wi-fi available at the airport, although several hotels nearby do have free wi-fi.

Information: There is an information desk in the airport, however it is often left unattended.

Shopping: There is duty-free shopping at the airport with the usual selection of alcohol, tobacco and perfume. There are also a few craft and souvenir stores, and a Lacoste shop in Terminal 1.

Food and Drink: The airport has a few cafés, and a Moroccan pastry shop in Terminal 2.

Parking

Daily and hourly parking is available at Marrakech-Menara International Airport, for a fee.

Departure Tax

None

Website

www.marrakesh-airport.com

Internet

The airport offers free, public wifi in all areas.

Business Lounges

There are business and conference facilities available in nearby hotels. Travellers can access the Convives de Marque lounge for a fee.

Marrakech Airport Taxis: the taxi fares above are intended as a guideline only.