Travelling from Menara Airport (RAK) to Nairobi: what you need to know
Menara Airport is located in Marrakech. Based in the UTC+3 timezone, Nairobi is 2 hours ahead of Marrakech.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from RAK to Nairobi. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like June? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even tour another city. When browsing flights from RAK to Nairobi, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
If you have a passport from Morocco, you will need an ETA to enter Kenya. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Menara Airport to Nairobi for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines ahead of booking and certainly before flying.
The journey from central Marrakech to RAK takes around 19 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near RAK. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Menara Airport to Nairobi or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Menara Airport (RAK) to Nairobi
C$475 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Menara Airport to Nairobi. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,149. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from RAK to Nairobi if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
Getting cheap tickets from Menara Airport to Nairobi is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to show the lowest fares across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Menara Airport to Nairobi. Simply enter your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Nairobi. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 22 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 11 minutes.
Book a hotel near NBO if you're catching a late flight from Menara Airport to Nairobi. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Wilson Airport (WIL)
The centre of Nairobi is about 3 kilometres from Wilson Airport (WIL). After your flight from Menara Airport to Nairobi has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 15 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 46 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to rest your head close to WIL. Settle in and get cozy after your flight from RAK to Nairobi at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Nairobi
July is the most popular month for flights from Menara Airport to Nairobi. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Nairobi in February when things are quieter.
Lock in your flight from Menara Airport to Nairobi for March to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 14ºC to 30ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 12ºC and 24ºC. Search for cheap flights from RAK to Nairobi sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Nairobi
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Nairobi right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Menara Airport to Nairobi:
All great vacations should include some sightseeing. Nairobi National Park, The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Westlands Maasai Market D at the roof top are attractions you won't want to skip in Nairobi.
Complete your Nairobi trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Nairobi and see the sights in your own time. Easily compare companies in one place to find the perfect set of wheels once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Menara Airport to Nairobi.