Travelling from Menara Airport (RAK) to Beijing: what you need to know
Menara Airport is located in Marrakech. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Beijing is 7 hours ahead of Marrakech.
To ensure you catch your flight from RAK to Beijing, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as June? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from RAK to Beijing. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
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If you have a passport from Morocco, you will need an embassy visa to enter China. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Menara Airport to Beijing for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines ahead of booking and definitely before you fly.
The journey from central Marrakech to RAK takes about 19 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to RAK? If you're catching an early flight from Menara Airport to Beijing, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Menara Airport (RAK) to Beijing
302 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Menara Airport to Beijing. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 795 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from RAK to Beijing. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Menara Airport to Beijing across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Menara Airport to Beijing, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is around 31 kilometres from central Beijing. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 40 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Menara Airport to Beijing, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near PEK:
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Daxing International Airport (PKX) is around 56 kilometres from the centre of Beijing. Following your flight from Menara Airport to Beijing, it'll take you around 1 hour and 3 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You'll find some great places where you can make a pit stop near PKX. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your flight from RAK to Beijing at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Beijing
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Menara Airport to Beijing. July is the busiest month for a trip to Beijing. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Menara Airport to Beijing, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Beijing, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 35ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -11ºC and 3ºC. Look for cheap flights from RAK to Beijing sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Beijing
After booking your flight from Menara Airport to Beijing, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Beijing:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square are attractions you won't want to skip in Beijing.
Complete your Beijing trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Beijing and explore the city on your own schedule. Easily compare companies in one place to find the ideal ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Menara Airport to Beijing.