Marrakesh Menara Airport (RAK)

Marrakesh Menara Airport features a modern single-terminal building with distinct domestic and international sections. The terminal handles approximately 5 million passengers annually, primarily leisure traffic to Morocco's tourism capital. Layout: International departures are on the upper level, with domestic flights and arrivals on the ground floor. Walking distances are manageable (5-10 minutes max between gates). Security: Standard IATA security procedures with priority lanes for premium passengers. Allow 20-30 minutes for security processing during peak hours. Immigration: International arrivals have 8 passport control booths; waiting times can be 20-45 minutes during peak charter flight periods. Morocco offers visa-free entry for many nationalities. Amenities: Duty-free shopping with local crafts and argan oil products, cafés serving Moroccan mint tea, prayer room, and basic business lounge. Currency exchange and ATMs available. The terminal features Moroccan architectural elements with modern tile work and traditional patterns. Baggage claim has 4 carousels with typical wait times of 15-30 minutes. Ground transportation includes official orange taxis (fixed rates to city center), buses, and car rental counters.