Marrakesh to Birmingham, West Midlands (RAK–BHX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
RAK–BHX is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Ryanair UK, Jet2.com and easyJet lead the route. The flight covers 1,475 miles in approximately 3h 43m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RK Ryanair UK | 3 | 73H | 3h45 | – | – | – |
| LS Jet2.com | 2 | 73H | 3h50 | – | – | – |
| U2 easyJet | 2 | 320 | 3h40 | – | – | – |
| BY TUI Airways | 1 | 7S8 | 3h25 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Birmingham, West Midlands from Marrakesh
| Metric | RAK→BHX | AGA→BHX |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from RAK | – | 120 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 8 | 4 |
| Flight time | 3h 43m | 3h 55m |
Travel Essentials
RAK: +01 · BHX: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in Marrakesh, it's 6:00 PM in Birmingham, West Midlands.
Moroccan passport holders need a Standard Visitor visa to enter the United Kingdom. Apply online at gov.uk/standard-visitor and attend a biometric appointment at a VFS Global center in Rabat or Casablanca. The visa costs GBP 115 (about MAD 1,450) for stays up to 6 months. Processing takes 3 weeks on standard service or 5 working days with the priority service (additional GBP 500). Super priority (next working day) costs GBP 1,000.
Required documents include a passport valid for the duration of your stay, a completed online application, biometric data (fingerprints and photo taken at VFS), proof of accommodation, return flight booking, bank statements from the last 6 months, employment letter with salary, and evidence of ties to Morocco (property, family, ongoing employment). The UK does not require travel insurance, but having it helps your application. Visa decisions are communicated by email, and your passport is returned by courier.
Direct flights from Casablanca to London Gatwick run about 3 hours 30 minutes on Royal Air Maroc and British Airways. Ryanair operates from Marrakech to London Stansted. The UK uses the British pound (GBP), trading at roughly 12.5 MAD per GBP 1. The UK is not in the Schengen area, so a Schengen visa does not cover UK entry. No mandatory vaccinations. Oyster cards or contactless payment work on all London transport.
RAK–BHX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from RAK to BHX
Marrakesh Menara Airport (RAK) and Birmingham Airport (BHX) are connected by nonstop service from Ryanair UK, Jet2.com, easyJet and TUI Airways. With 8 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
RAK to BHX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from RAK to BHX is about 3 hours 43 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,475 miles (2,374 km). There are approximately 8 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 15 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat, Málaga-Costa del Sol and Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Agadir (Temsia) (AGA).