Marrakesh Menara Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 55m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Marrakesh Menara Airport
Marrakesh Menara Airport is an international airport serving Marrakesh, the capital city of the Marrakesh-Safi region in Morocco. It is an international facility that receives several European flights as well as flights from Casablanca, the Arab world nations and from 2024, flights from North America. The airport served over 6.3 million passengers in 2019.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
GMMXNOTAMs
GMMXReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 / 28▸ displaced | 10,170 ft / 3,100 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | MARRAKECH APP | 119.700 MHz |
| TWR | MARRAKECH TWR | 118.700 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TMA MARRAKECH | Class D | Controlled | 2100 ft MSL | FL175 |
| GMMX | Class D | CTR | GND | 2150 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Morocco airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: W (from about 270°), on 14% of observations, averaging 6 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 62% | 1,297 ft | |
| Feb | 62% | 1,609 ft | |
| Mar | 53% | 1,901 ft | |
| Apr | 56% | 2,285 ft | |
| May | 69% | 2,708 ft | |
| Jun | 74% | 2,961 ft | |
| Jul | 80% | 3,555 ft | |
| Aug | 76% | 3,592 ft | |
| Sep | 78% | 3,042 ft | |
| Oct | 67% | 2,612 ft | |
| Nov | 72% | 1,973 ft | |
| Dec | 62% | 1,500 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~1,297–3,592 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Marrakesh Menara Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Marrakesh Menara Airport?
The ICAO code for Marrakesh Menara Airport is GMMX, and its IATA code is RAK.
Where is Marrakesh Menara Airport located?
Marrakesh Menara Airport is large airport located in Marrakesh, Morocco, at an elevation of 1,545 ft (471 m).
How many runways does Marrakesh Menara Airport have?
Marrakesh Menara Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 10,170 ft / 3,100 m.
Which airlines fly to Marrakesh Menara Airport?
Airlines historically serving Marrakesh Menara Airport include Air France, Binter Canarias, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Formosa Airlines, Germanwings, among 18 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Marrakesh Menara Airport?
Historical data lists 48 nonstop destinations from Marrakesh Menara Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Marrakesh Menara Airport in?
Marrakesh Menara Airport is in the Africa/Casablanca time zone (UTC+01:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Marrakesh Menara Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Marrakesh Menara Airport is approximately 0.7° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Marrakesh Menara Airport?
The nearest airport to Marrakesh Menara Airport is Sidi Zouine Airport (MA-0009), about 16.1 nm to the w, followed by Ben Guerir Air Base and Lakhmiss N'Arazane Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Marrakesh Menara Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.