Travelling from Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK) to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA): what you need to know
Valletta's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Marrakech.
Your RAK to MLA flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Marrakech Menara Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between RAK and MLA:
Madrid Airport
Barcelona Airport
Toulouse Airport
Handy information about Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK)
Of all flights leaving Marrakech Menara Airport, 76% touch down on time at their destination.
Marrakech Menara Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Marrakech. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near RAK. Whether you're catching an early flight from Marrakech Menara Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Marrakech Menara Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MLA instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Luqa Malta International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from MOVIS, BEE Malta or Sun Car Rentals and experience more of Valletta and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Luqa Malta International Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
When to fly to Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Marrakech Menara Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Valletta. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Marrakech Menara Airport to Luqa Malta International Airport for August if you want to visit Valletta during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from RAK to MLA in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 11ºC and 16ºC on average.
Explore more of Malta
You've visited Valletta, now it's time to discover more of Malta. Travel around 5 kilometres west to Birkirkara to check off its popular sights. From St Helen's Basilica to Għar Ħasan Bouldering Crag and Acueducto de Wignacourt, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Malta, consider Qormi, about 5 kilometres south-west of Valletta. Collegiate Church of St George, Qormi, San Gorg Church and Knisja Arċipretali ta' San Bastjan Martri are the start of reasons to visit.