Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Menara Airport (RAK): What you need to know
Kuala Lumpur has a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Menara Airport (RAK) flying out of Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).
The timezone in Marrakech is UTC+1, which is seven hours behind Kuala Lumpur. Menara Airport is located in Marrakech.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Kuala Lumpur to RAK.
In peak travel periods, allow for longer wait times and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
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KUL is about 64 kms (40 miles) from central Kuala Lumpur. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 5 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.
Have an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Menara Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays close to Kuala Lumpur International Airport:
Of all flights departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 58.65% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
You can get to SZB from central Kuala Lumpur in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 24 kms (15 miles) or so.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport the day before your Kuala Lumpur to RAK flight:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time performance rate of 67.97%. This figure reflects how often flights departing from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
About Menara Airport (RAK)
If you have a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Menara Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels 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 well-known companies you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride around three weeks ahead of your Kuala Lumpur to Menara Airport flight.
Getting from Menara Airport (RAK) to central Marrakech
Central Marrakech is about 3 miles from Menara Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research ahead of your trip.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Menara Airport (RAK)
£206 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Menara Airport. A return flight starts at £445. These fares can change based on demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to RAK if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Menara Airport (RAK)
June is the busiest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Menara Airport (RAK). Plan your visit to Marrakech in April if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Marrakech is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Lock in your Kuala Lumpur to RAK plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Menara Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Marrakech
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Marrakech right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Menara Airport:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Jemaa el-Fnaa, Medina of Marrakech and Mosquée Hassan II are must-visits when exploring Marrakech.
Explore more of Morocco
Casablanca is just one of the many places in Morocco waiting to be explored after you've seen Marrakech. Around 225 kms (140 miles) away to the north, top sights here include Mosquée, Mosquée and Hassan II Mosque.
Around 290 kms (180 miles) north of Marrakech, Rabat is another favourite stop in Morocco. Start your sightseeing at Masjid Hassan II, National Archaeology Museum and باب الوداية - Bab Oudayas.
