Marrakesh to Edinburgh (RAK–EDI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
RAK–EDI is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Ryanair UK and easyJet lead the route. The flight covers 1,697 miles in approximately 4h. Beyond nonstop, 75 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RK Ryanair UK | 2 | 73H | 4h | – | – | – |
| U2 easyJet | 2 | 320 | 4h05 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Edinburgh from Marrakesh
| Metric | RAK→EDI | AGA→EDI |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from RAK | – | 120 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 4 | 4 |
| Flight time | 4h | 4h 15m |
Travel Essentials
RAK: +01 · EDI: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in Marrakesh, it's 6:00 PM in Edinburgh.
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–EDI Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from RAK to EDI
Marrakesh Menara Airport (RAK) and Edinburgh Airport (EDI) are connected by nonstop service from Ryanair UK and easyJet. With 4 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
RAK to EDI Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from RAK to EDI ranges from 4 hours 0 minutes to 4 hours 5 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,697 miles (2,731 km). There are approximately 4 weekly flights outbound and 4 return, totaling 8 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
75 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via SDR. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Agadir (Temsia) (AGA).