Travelling from Menara Airport (RAK) to Dakhla Airport (VIL): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Menara Airport to Dakhla Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 5 minutes.
Take your pick of three weekly Menara Airport to Dakhla Airport flights. The 08:45 departure with Air Arabia Maroc is the earliest available. Air Arabia Maroc operates the last service of the day at 16:30.
To ensure you get on your RAK to VIL flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Heading off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Most travellers choose to travel with Air Arabia Maroc on this route.
If you want to explore a new city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Menara Airport to Dakhla Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Mohamed V International Airport is a popular stop between RAK and VIL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Menara Airport (RAK) to Dakhla Airport (VIL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Menara Airport to Dakhla Airport flight is C$88. A return plane ticket right now is C$334. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book five months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from RAK to VIL.
The cheapest month for flights from Menara Airport to Dakhla Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Save time searching for cheap flights from RAK to VIL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Menara Airport to Dakhla Airport.
Handy information about Menara Airport (RAK)
73.36% of flights that take off from Menara Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Marrakech to Menara Airport is around 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Menara Airport to Dakhla Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near RAK:
Arriving at Dakhla Airport (VIL)
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Dakhla Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from CMB Cars, Dakhla Best Car or FoxCar and explore beyond Dakhla's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Dakhla Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Dakhla Airport (VIL) to central Dakhla
From Dakhla Airport, Dakhla is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Dakhla Airport (VIL)
June is the busiest month for flights from Menara Airport to Dakhla Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Dakhla in April.
Before locking in your flight from Menara Airport to Dakhla Airport, think about the type of weather you like. September is the warmest month in Dakhla, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RAK to VIL in January. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.