CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
7,807 km
4,851 miles
RAK
Marrakech
Morocco
Distance
7,807 km
4,851 mi / 4,215 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
336°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

CPT RAK
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Menara Airport
IATA Code CPT RAK
ICAO Code FACT GMMX
City Cape Town Marrakech
Country South Africa Morocco
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Casablanca
Elevation 151 ft 1,545 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 31.610000, -8.040000

Cape Town (CPT) to Marrakech (RAK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Menara Airport (RAK) in Marrakech, Morocco is 7,807 kilometers (4,851 miles / 4,215 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northwest at a heading of 336°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting South Africa with Morocco. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:45 in Cape Town, it's 21:45 in Marrakech.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,394 feet between the two airports. Menara Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Marrakech (RAK) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 157° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Cape Town International Airport (CPT) and Menara Airport (RAK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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