Flying from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Menara Airport (RAK): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Bilbao Airport to Menara Airport.
Bilbao and Marrakech are both in the UTC+1 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Flights from BIO to RAK start from 06:55 — the first with Vueling. The last departure is at 22:40 with Volotea. In total, there are four weekly Bilbao Airport to Menara Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your BIO to RAK flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Volotea has direct flights from Bilbao Airport to Menara Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Marrakech — and maybe even more of Morocco if you have time.
Most travellers choose to travel with Volotea on this route.
Vueling is the most punctual carrier offering BIO to RAK flights. An exceptional 88.24% of its services on this route arrive on time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bilbao Airport to Menara Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between BIO and RAK:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Valencia Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Menara Airport (RAK)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Bilbao Airport to Menara Airport flight is 25 €. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 53 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from BIO to RAK by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Bilbao Airport to Menara Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Handy information about Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Bilbao Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from BIO arrive on schedule 82.76% of the time.
Central Bilbao to Bilbao Airport is approximately 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near BIO? If you've booked an early flight from Bilbao Airport to Menara Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Menara Airport (RAK)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Bilbao Airport to Menara Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near RAK instead:
Pick up a Menara Airport rental car and discover Marrakech and beyond with your own wheels. AddCar, Locationauto and united rent a car are popular providers to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Menara Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Menara Airport (RAK) to central Marrakech
From Menara Airport, Marrakech is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 20 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Menara Airport (RAK)
The quietest month for a flight from Bilbao Airport to Menara Airport is April, while March is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Marrakech based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Bilbao Airport to Menara Airport for August if you'd like to explore Marrakech during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BIO to RAK in January. Average temperatures are between 3ºC (37ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.
Explore more of Morocco
You've seen Marrakech, now it's time to discover other corners of Morocco. Journey about 225 kilometres north to Casablanca to check off its top sights. From Hassan II Mosque to La Sqala and Square of Mohammed V, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Rabat is another sought-after destination in Morocco and is around 290 kilometres north of Marrakech. No trip is complete without a visit to Hassan Tower, Chellah and Royal Palace of Rabat.