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Cheapest return flight
£177
Typical prices: £377-£494
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/12Sun 16/12
RAK - IST • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£391
Typical prices: £422-£510
Turkish Airlines
Mon 3/12Sat 15/12
RAK - IST • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Turkish Airlines. Average duration is 5h 04m
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Most punctual • 91% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 49% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 14% price drop
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £113 (return)
Shortest trip • 8h 09m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Marrakech to Istanbul (RAK-IST)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Marrakech to Istanbul

Sat, 16 Jan - Sat, 23 Jan
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14:00 - 09:15RAK  Marrakech Menara-IST Istanbul
16h 15m2 stops Madrid Barajas Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
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23:10 - 09:30IST  Istanbul-RAK Marrakech Menara
13h 20m1 stop Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
£168Multiple Airlines
Wed, 9 Dec - Wed, 16 Dec
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06:10 - 09:15RAK  Marrakech Menara-IST Istanbul
24h 05m1 stop Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
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08:20 - 16:35IST  Istanbul-RAK Marrakech Menara
11h 15m1 stop Sofia
£177Multiple Airlines
Sat, 16 Jan - Sat, 23 Jan
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20:10 - 09:15RAK  Marrakech Menara-IST Istanbul
10h 05m1 stop Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
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23:10 - 09:30IST  Istanbul-RAK Marrakech Menara
13h 20m1 stop Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
£180Wizz Air
Tue, 19 Jan - Tue, 26 Jan
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05:05 - 17:55RAK  Marrakech Menara-IST Istanbul
9h 50m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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07:15 - 15:05IST  Istanbul-RAK Marrakech Menara
10h 50m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£191Air France
Sat, 16 Jan - Sat, 23 Jan
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14:00 - 09:15RAK  Marrakech Menara-IST Istanbul
16h 15m2 stops Madrid Barajas Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
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09:55 - 23:20IST  Istanbul-RAK Marrakech Menara
16h 25m2 stops Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Valencia
£195Multiple Airlines
Thu, 26 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
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08:50 - 04:40RAK  Marrakech Menara-IST Istanbul
16h 50m2 stops Madrid Barajas Belgrade Nikola Tesla
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09:55 - 19:35IST  Istanbul-RAK Marrakech Menara
12h 40m1 stop Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
£195Multiple Airlines
Tue, 24 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
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20:10 - 09:15RAK  Marrakech Menara-IST Istanbul
10h 05m1 stop Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
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09:55 - 19:35IST  Istanbul-RAK Marrakech Menara
12h 40m1 stop Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
£197Wizz Air
Sat, 12 Dec - Sat, 19 Dec
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20:10 - 09:15RAK  Marrakech Menara-IST Istanbul
10h 05m1 stop Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
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14:55 - 00:25IST  Istanbul-RAK Marrakech Menara
12h 30m1 stop Sofia
£197Multiple Airlines
Thu, 3 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec
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22:55 - 06:55RAK  Marrakech Menara-IST Istanbul
5h 00mdirect
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11:50 - 14:15IST  Istanbul-RAK Marrakech Menara
5h 25mdirect
£391Turkish Airlines
Sat, 5 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
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15:15 - 23:20RAK  Marrakech Menara-IST Istanbul
5h 05mdirect
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11:50 - 14:15IST  Istanbul-RAK Marrakech Menara
5h 25mdirect
£393Turkish Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Marrakech to Istanbul Airport flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Marrakech to Istanbul Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Marrakech to Istanbul Airport. It's 5% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Marrakech to Istanbul Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Marrakech to Istanbul Airport at £377 return.
•May (£490) and August (£477) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 30% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Marrakech to Istanbul Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Marrakech to Istanbul Airport are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 49% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Marrakech to Istanbul

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Jenna Scatena

Jenna Scatena

Expert on IST

Journalist and Travel Writer, Jenna Scatena is an award-winning travel writer with a love for sharing stories and exploring new places, especially by Vespa. Though she's from San Francisco, she has spent a significant chunk of her vacation days over the last decade eating her way through Texas and sleeping in hotels around the world—especially in California, the Middle East, and Europe.

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on RAK

An avid traveller and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg, among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Key details for Marrakech to Istanbul Airport flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

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Beat the crowds with an average 51% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 53% increase in traveller numbers.
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When to book flights from Marrakech to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Marrakech to Istanbul based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Marrakech to Istanbul Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Marrakech to Istanbul Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Marrakech to Istanbul Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 15:15 and lands at 20:19
    • Latest: departs at 22:55 and lands at 03:59.

    The flight takes about 5h 04m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Marrakech to Istanbul Airport?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Marrakech to Istanbul Airport.

  • How long is a flight from Marrakech to Istanbul Airport?

    A direct flight from Marrakech to Istanbul Airport takes 5h 04m, covering 2,131 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Marrakech to Istanbul Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Marrakech to Istanbul Airport flight?

    Return flights from Marrakech to Istanbul Airport range from £377 to £494, with an average of £439 over the past 12 months. Anything below £377 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Marrakech to Istanbul Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 6% above the £439 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Marrakech to Istanbul Airport?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £113 return via London Gatwick (LGW), compared with £455 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Marrakech to Istanbul Airport?

    Turkish Airlines is the only airline operating Marrakech to Istanbul Airport flights. 91% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Marrakech to Istanbul Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £28–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Marrakech to Istanbul Airport?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Turkish Airlines and Royal Air Maroc. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321neo variants.

  • How are flight departures from Marrakech to Istanbul Airport spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Marrakech to Istanbul Airport flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Marrakech to Istanbul Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £177 to £1,418. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Marrakech to Istanbul Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Marrakech to Istanbul Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £119, which is 54% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Istanbul Airport (IST)?

    Istanbul Airport (IST) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £30 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • CIRCULAR
    • Avec Car Rental
    • Ok Mobility
    • Alamo
    • Autounion Car Rental

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Marrakech to Istanbul Airport?

    Flights from Marrakech to Istanbul Airport usually depart from Marrakech Menara (RAK) and arrive at Istanbul (IST).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Marrakech to Istanbul Airport?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Marrakech to Istanbul Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Marrakech to Istanbul Airport route, 9% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 50m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Marrakech to Istanbul Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Marrakech to Istanbul Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) – 35% of one-stop connections
    • Casablanca Mohamed V (CMN) – 35% of one-stop connections
    • Madrid Barajas (MAD) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 7% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Marrakech to Istanbul Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 12% on flights from Marrakech to Istanbul Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at £419 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £474, a difference of £55.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • Which airlines fly from Marrakech to Istanbul Airport?

    Only Turkish Airlines operates flights between Marrakech and Istanbul Airport.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Marrakech to Istanbul Airport?

    Flying via Casablanca Mohamed V (CMN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 8h 09m, compared to 8h 09m via Barcelona-El Prat (BCN) and 9h 22m via Sofia (SOF).

  • What is the time difference between Marrakech and Istanbul Airport?

    Istanbul Airport is 3 hours ahead of Marrakech (Turkey Time vs Western European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Istanbul Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Istanbul Airport are Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii, and Ayasofya. These are among the most viewed places in Istanbul Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Marrakech to Istanbul Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Turkish Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Royal Air Maroc: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Marrakech to Istanbul Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average £419, about £55 less than Sunday fares (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 49% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Marrakech to Istanbul Airport trip for February. Fares historically average £377 return in that month – typically £113 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through London Gatwick Airport (LGW) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £113 return on this route – about £343 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Marrakech to Istanbul Airport?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Marrakech Menara Airport to Istanbul Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

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Marrakech Menara to Istanbul

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Istanbul to Marrakech Menara

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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