Arrival by Plane
Marrakech-Menara Airport (RAK)
The Aéroport Marrakech-Ménara is located just 6 km southwest of the Medina — one of the closest airports to a city center worldwide. From landing to the Riad in the Medina: under 30 minutes.
Flight Connections from Germany
- Ryanair: From Frankfurt-Hahn, Berlin, Cologne, Weeze — the cheapest option, often from 20€ one-way. Flight time: 3.5–4 hours.
- easyJet: From Berlin and Basel.
- Eurowings: From Cologne and Düsseldorf.
- Royal Air Maroc: Direct from Frankfurt — Morocco's national airline. More comfortable, but more expensive.
- Condor: Direct from Frankfurt.
Marrakech is one of the cheapest flight destinations from Germany — round trip from 50–100€ with budget airlines.
From the Airport to the Medina
| Option | Price | Duration | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petit Taxi | 70–100 MAD (7–10€) | 15–20 Min. | Beige taxis in front of the terminal. Insist on the meter or negotiate beforehand! |
| Bus No. 19 | 30 MAD (3€) | 20–30 Min. | To Djemaa el-Fna. Every 20–30 Min. Cheapest option. |
| Private Transfer | 100–150 MAD (10–15€) | 15–20 Min. | Bookable via Riad — someone waits at the airport with a sign. Most reliable option. |
💡 Tipp
Order the airport transfer through your Riad — most offer it for 100–150 MAD, and the driver will wait for you with your name at the exit. Alternatively: Petit Taxi with a meter. WITHOUT a meter: accept a maximum of 100 MAD.
