Traveling from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Menara Airport (RAK): what you need to know
The timezone in Marrakech is UTC+1, which is six hours behind Chiang Mai.
To ensure you catch your CNX to RAK flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Menara Airport (RAK)
Currently, $363 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Chiang Mai International Airport to Menara Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,315. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from CNX to RAK, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Menara Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from CNX to RAK.
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Handy information about Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Of all flights leaving Chiang Mai International Airport, 76.37% land on time at their destination.
Central Chiang Mai to Chiang Mai International Airport is approximately 5 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near CNX? If you've booked an early flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Menara Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Menara Airport (RAK)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Chiang Mai International Airport to Menara Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near RAK instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Menara Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from addCar, Locationauto or united rent a car and venture far and wide through Marrakech and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Menara Airport about three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Menara Airport (RAK) to central Marrakech
Menara Airport to central Marrakech has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometers away.
It takes roughly 20 minutes when traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Menara Airport (RAK)
March is the most popular month for flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Menara Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Marrakech in April.
Lock in your flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Menara Airport for August if you want to go to Marrakech during its warmest month. You can 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 CNX to RAK sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Morocco
Marrakech is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Morocco you'll want to see. About 225 kilometers north of Marrakech, a visit to Casablanca will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Hassan II Mosque, La Sqala and Square of Mohammed V.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Morocco, head for Rabat, about 290 kilometers north of Marrakech. Hassan Tower, Chellah and Royal Palace of Rabat are among its highlights.