🇲🇦 Flights to Morocco
Cheap Flights to Morocco from the UK
Find the best deals on flights to Marrakech, Casablanca, Fes and Agadir. Dream Fare beats comparison sites with exclusive fares for the UK Moroccan community and city break travellers.
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Flights to Moroccan Cities
Morocco has the best air connections to the UK of any African country. Multiple daily direct flights to several cities from across the UK.
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FROM £49Marrakech
Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK)
Morocco’s most popular destination. The magical medina, Djemaa el-Fna square, souks, riads, the Atlas Mountains and Majorelle Garden. Multiple direct flights daily from London and regional UK airports. Morocco’s most visited city.
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FROM £59Casablanca
Mohammed V International Airport (CMN)
Morocco’s commercial capital and largest city. Home to the magnificent Hassan II Mosque — one of the world’s largest. The gateway hub for all of Morocco with connections to Fes, Agadir and beyond. Direct flights from London daily.
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Airlines
Airlines Flying to Morocco from UK
Morocco has some of the most competitive airfares from the UK of any African destination. Multiple airlines compete daily.
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When to Fly
Best Time to Fly to Morocco
Morocco has a varied climate. Marrakech has hot summers and cool winters. The coast is mild year-round. The Sahara is best visited from October to April. Morocco is on GMT in winter and +1 in summer.
Best Season
March — May
Spring is the finest season. Wildflowers in bloom, mild temperatures throughout the country, the High Atlas still snow-capped. Excellent for city breaks, trekking and Sahara trips.
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Sep — November
Autumn is also excellent. Summer crowds have gone, temperatures are comfortable and the Sahara has cooled. Good fares available.
Cheapest Months
Dec — February
Winter brings the lowest fares. Marrakech is cool but pleasant (10°C to 18°C). Good for the Sahara and city breaks. Crowds are low.
Peak Season
June — August
Hot across Morocco (35°C+ in Marrakech). Very busy in coastal resorts and Marrakech. Highest fares of the year. Avoid the Sahara in midsummer.
Morocco Weather & Packing Guide
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Marrakech & Interior
Hot and dry in summer (35°C to 42°C), cool in winter (10°C to 18°C with cold nights). Spring and autumn are ideal. Pack light layers as temperatures swing significantly between day and night year-round.
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Atlantic & Mediterranean Coast
Mild and Mediterranean year-round. Agadir and Essaouira are famous for wind (ideal for surfing and kitesurfing). Tangier and the north can be rainy in winter. Pack a light jacket for coastal evenings.
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Sahara Desert
Best visited from October to April when temperatures are 15°C to 25°C by day and can drop below 0°C at night. Pack warm layers for desert nights even in what feels like mild weather. Always visit with an experienced guide.
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General Packing Tips
Morocco uses Type C/E plugs — same as most of Europe. Pack modest clothing for medinas and mosques — Morocco is a Muslim country. Good walking shoes for cobbled medina streets. Bargaining is expected in souks. Carry Moroccan Dirhams in cash.
Culture & Food
Moroccan Culture, Food & Traditions
Morocco is one of the world\u2019s great cultural crossroads \u2014 where Berber, Arab, Andalusian, French and African traditions collide to create one of the most extraordinary and sensory travel experiences on earth.
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Moroccan Cuisine
Tagine (slow-cooked meat and vegetable stew), Couscous (the national Friday dish), Pastilla (a flaky pigeon or chicken pie with almonds and cinnamon), Harira (tomato and lentil soup), Msemen (layered flatbread) and mint tea poured from a great height.
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Mint Tea Ceremony
Moroccan mint tea (atay) is a sacred ritual of hospitality — brewed three times and poured from height to create a froth, served in ornate glasses. The first cup is bitter, the second strong and the third sweet. You never refuse a glass in Morocco — it is considered rude.
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The Medinas
Morocco’s ancient walled cities (medinas) are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Marrakech, Fes, Meknes and Rabat each have extraordinary medieval quarters of souks, workshops, mosques and labyrinthine alleyways that have changed little in 1,000 years.
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Gnawa Music
Gnawa is a unique Moroccan musical tradition with roots in sub-Saharan Africa — a spiritual and hypnotic blend of drums, guembri (bass lute) and brass castanets used in religious healing ceremonies. The Essaouira Gnawa Festival is world-famous.
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Craft & Architecture
Moroccan craftsmanship is extraordinary — from the geometric zellij tilework and carved plaster of the madrasas to leather tanning in Fes, argan oil production, silver jewellery and hand-woven Berber carpets from the Atlas Mountains.
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Berber Heritage
The Amazigh (Berber) people are the indigenous inhabitants of Morocco. Berber language, culture and traditions are vigorously maintained especially in the Atlas Mountains and the south. The distinctive Berber silver jewellery, tattoos and festivals are extraordinary.
Top Attractions
Top Places to Visit in Morocco
Morocco is one of the world\u2019s most rewarding travel destinations \u2014 compact enough to explore multiple cities in one week.
Marrakech Medina & Djemaa el-Fna
Djemaa el-Fna is one of the world’s great public squares — by day a market of juice sellers and snake charmers, by night a carnival of food stalls, musicians and storytellers. The Marrakech medina surrounding it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Fes el-Bali Medina (UNESCO)
The world’s largest car-free urban area and one of the most perfectly preserved medieval cities on earth. The ancient medina of Fes is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with the world’s oldest university (Al Quaraouiyine, founded 859 AD) and extraordinary leather tanneries.
Sahara Desert & Merzouga
The Erg Chebbi dunes near Merzouga are Morocco’s most spectacular Saharan landscape — towering orange dunes of up to 150 metres. Camel trekking at sunset and sleeping under the stars in a desert camp are unmissable experiences.
Chefchaouen — The Blue City
A small city in the Rif Mountains entirely painted in shades of blue and white. One of Morocco’s most photogenic destinations with a relaxed atmosphere, mountain hiking, waterfall walks and a thriving artisan craft scene.
Hassan II Mosque, Casablanca
One of the world’s largest and most beautiful mosques, built on a promontory over the Atlantic Ocean. The minaret at 210 metres is the world’s tallest. Non-Muslims can visit on guided tours — an extraordinary and humbling experience.
High Atlas Mountains
Morocco’s mountain range rises to 4,167 metres at Jebel Toubkal — the highest peak in North Africa. World-class trekking, traditional Berber villages, mountain biking and the spectacular Todra and Dades Gorges.
Visa & Travel Tips
Morocco Travel Guide
Everything you need to know before flying to Morocco from the UK.
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Visa Requirements
UK citizens do not require a visa to enter Morocco for stays of up to 90 days. Simply present your valid UK passport on arrival. Ensure your passport has at least 6 months validity beyond your intended departure date from Morocco.
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Currency & Money
Morocco uses the Moroccan Dirham (MAD). Dirhams cannot be taken out of Morocco. Exchange GBP at the airport or banks in Morocco. Cards are accepted in hotels and restaurants. Carry cash for souks, taxis and smaller cafes. ATMs widely available.
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Health & Vaccinations
No specific vaccinations are compulsory for UK visitors to Morocco. Hepatitis A, typhoid and tetanus vaccinations are recommended. Drink bottled water only. The sun is very strong — use high-factor sunscreen, especially in the Sahara.
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SIM Cards & Connectivity
Maroc Telecom, Orange Morocco and Inwi SIM cards available at airports and across Morocco. Excellent 4G coverage in all cities and tourist areas. Morocco has very good internet infrastructure by African standards.
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Getting Around
Petit taxis (colour varies by city) for short city trips. Supratours and CTM buses connect major cities efficiently. ONCF trains link Casablanca, Rabat, Fes and Marrakech. Always agree taxi fares before getting in — meters are rarely used.
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Safety Tips
Morocco is generally safe for tourists. Be aware of persistent unofficial guides (faux guides) in medinas who may try to lead you astray. Bargain firmly in souks — starting prices are often 3 to 5 times the final price. Check FCDO advice before travel.
FAQs
Flights to Morocco FAQ
How long is the flight from London to Morocco?
Direct flights from London to Marrakech take approximately 3 hours 30 minutes. Flights to Casablanca take approximately 3 hours 20 minutes. Morocco is one of the closest African countries to the UK and is easily reachable for weekend city breaks.
Do UK citizens need a visa for Morocco?
No. UK passport holders do not require a visa to enter Morocco for stays of up to 90 days. Simply present your valid UK passport on arrival. Ensure your passport has at least 6 months validity beyond your departure date.
Which airlines fly direct from the UK to Morocco?
easyJet, Ryanair, Royal Air Maroc, British Airways, TUI Airways and Transavia all operate direct flights from various UK airports to Morocco. Marrakech is the best-served destination with multiple daily flights from London and regional airports.
What is the best time to visit Morocco?
March to May is widely considered the best time to visit Morocco — spring wildflowers, mild temperatures and manageable crowds. September to November is also excellent. Summer (June to August) is very hot in inland cities but popular on the coast.
Is Morocco good for a weekend city break?
Yes — Morocco is one of Europe’s favourite city break destinations. Marrakech can be reached in 3 hours 30 minutes from London with multiple daily flights. A long weekend in Marrakech is a genuinely transformative experience unlike any European city break.
How much do flights from the UK to Morocco cost?
Return flights from London to Marrakech start from approximately £49 with Dream Fare. Casablanca flights start from around £59. Morocco has some of the most competitive airfares from the UK of any African destination. Contact us for the latest fares.
What should I know about bargaining in Moroccan souks?
Bargaining is an expected and important part of shopping in Moroccan souks and markets. Starting prices are typically 3 to 5 times the seller’s final price. Walk away if not happy — you will often be called back. Never feel pressured to buy.
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