Newark to Marrakesh (EWR–RAK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
EWR–RAK is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. United Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 3,657 miles in approximately 7h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 33 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 4 | 763 | 7h30 | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Marrakesh from Newark
| Metric | EWR→RAK | HPN→RAK | PHL→RAK |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from EWR | – | 36 mi | 80 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 4 | – | 1 |
| Flight time | 7h 30m | 6h 57m | 6h 23m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
EWR: EDT · RAK: +00
When it's 6:00 PM in Newark, it's 10:00 PM in Marrakesh.
US passport holders enter Morocco visa-free for up to 90 days. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. At Mohammed V International Airport (CMN) in Casablanca, Marrakech Menara (RAK), or any Moroccan airport, immigration stamps your passport after you fill out an arrival card. The card asks for your name, passport number, accommodation address, and profession.
The 90-day stay cannot be extended without leaving the country. For longer stays, exit to a neighboring country (Spain is a 35-minute ferry from Tangier to Tarifa) and return for a fresh 90 days. Morocco spans from Mediterranean beaches in the north to Sahara dunes in the south. Marrakech, Fez, Chefchaouen, and Essaouira are the main tourist cities. The medinas of Fez and Marrakech are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The Atlas Mountains between Marrakech and the Sahara reach 4,167m at Jebel Toubkal, North Africa's highest peak.
Direct flights from New York JFK to Casablanca run about 7 hours on Royal Air Maroc. Seasonal nonstop service operates to Marrakech from New York on Royal Air Maroc and other carriers. Morocco uses the Moroccan dirham (MAD), trading at roughly 10 MAD per $1. ATMs are common in cities and tourist towns. Card payments work at hotels and larger restaurants. Riads (traditional guesthouses) in the Marrakech medina cost MAD 400 to MAD 1,500 ($40 to $150) per night. ONCF trains connect Casablanca to Marrakech in 2 hours 30 minutes for MAD 149 ($15) first class and to Fez in 3 hours 30 minutes. CTM and Supratours buses cover routes not served by rail. A tagine at a local restaurant costs MAD 40 to MAD 80 ($4 to $8).
NJ Transit train from New York Penn Station to Newark Airport station takes 25–30 minutes ($13.50); an AirTrain connection ($5.50 more) links to the terminals. From Midtown Manhattan, the journey costs around $19 total.Ride-shares from Manhattan run $45–80 depending on traffic; add the $17.50 Lincoln Tunnel toll. Taxis from Manhattan carry a flat $55 rate plus tolls and tip. Allow 60–90 minutes from Midtown during peak hours.
EWR–RAK Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from EWR to RAK
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Marrakesh Menara Airport (RAK) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines. With 4 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
EWR to RAK Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from EWR to RAK ranges from 7 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,657 miles (5,884 km). There are approximately 4 weekly flights outbound and 5 return, totaling 9 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
33 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via AGP. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include White Plains (HPN) and Philadelphia (PHL).