Flying from Bangkok to Menara Airport (RAK): What you need to know
There are two main airports where your trip can begin in Bangkok. Explore your options leaving from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) when booking your flight from Bangkok to Menara Airport (RAK).
The timezone in Marrakech is UTC+1, which is six hours behind Bangkok. Menara Airport is located in Marrakech.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Bangkok to RAK. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Bangkok to RAK. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
BKK is about 32 kilometers from central Bangkok. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Suvarnabhumi Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Bangkok to Menara Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Of the departures from Suvarnabhumi Airport, 67.87% land on schedule at their destination.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
On public transport, you can travel from central Bangkok to DMK in around 1 hour 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 27 kilometers away, and getting there by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
Get your vacation started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Bangkok to RAK flight, stay in one of these hotels near Don Mueang International Airport:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 66.48%.
About Menara Airport (RAK)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Bangkok to Menara Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near RAK:
Pick up a Menara Airport rental car and discover Marrakech and beyond with your own wheels. AddCar, Locationauto and united rent a car are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle around three weeks before your Bangkok to Menara Airport flight.
Getting from Menara Airport (RAK) to central Marrakech
Central Marrakech is roughly 5 kilometers from Menara Airport. Travel times by cab or car rental will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of time.
It'll take around 20 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Menara Airport (RAK)
At the moment, $218 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Menara Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $679. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Bangkok to RAK. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Bangkok to Menara Airport tickets across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Hunt down a great price on a flight from Bangkok to Menara Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
The best time to fly from Bangkok to Menara Airport (RAK)
April is the quietest month for flights from Bangkok to Menara Airport (RAK), while June is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Marrakech based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Bangkok to RAK plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Marrakech to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Bangkok to Menara Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Marrakech
After booking your flight from Bangkok to Menara Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Marrakech:
Jemaa el-Fnaa and Medina of Marrakech are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Marrakech to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Mosquée Hassan II.
Explore more of Morocco
Marrakech is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Morocco waiting to be discovered. About 225 kilometers north of Marrakech, a visit to Casablanca will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Mosquée, Mosquée and Hassan II Mosque.
Rabat is another standout destination in Morocco and is around 290 kilometers north of Marrakech. No trip is complete without a visit to Masjid Hassan II, National Archaeology Museum and باب الوداية - Bab Oudayas.
