Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Marrakech Starting at $61

The route Istanbul — Marrakech is served by many carriers — 12 in total, including Turkish Airlines, Wizz Air, Pegasus Airlines, Wizz Air, East African Safari Air, Valuair, FlyOne, Vueling, Sky Express, HiSky, Tarom, and Air Serbia. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $61) to selecting flights by schedule or service class. Our service aggregates data from multiple booking systems so you can compare offers in one place. This saves time and money: no need to check dozens of sites — just pick the right option and book online.

Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK) is the city’s main international gateway, serving a mix of full-service carriers and many low-cost airlines that typically offer competitive fares. It sits about 6–7 km southwest of the historic medina, so transfer times to central Marrakech are short — roughly 10–20 minutes by taxi depending on traffic, with fares usually lower than private transfers; airport shuttles and occasional public buses can take 20–30 minutes for a modest fare. Car hire desks are onsite for those wanting flexibility. Pros: quick access to the city and a range of budget-friendly connections; cons: the compact terminal can feel busy at peak times and amenities may be more limited than at larger international hubs.

Direct flights

The distance between Istanbul and Marrakech is 3433km (2128 miles). The average flight duration is 7h 56m. There are 10 direct flights from Istanbul to Marrakech. The time difference between Istanbul and Marrakech is 2h. Flights from Istanbul begin at 12:00 PM. The latest flight from Istanbul departs at 6:25 PM

Istanbul is served primarily by Istanbul Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW). Istanbul Airport on the European side is the city’s main international hub, handling most long-haul and premium carriers as well as many full-service and low-cost airlines; it can be perceived as mid-to-upper range for fares compared with other regional gateways. Located about 35–45 km from the historic center, transfers typically take 40–60 minutes by taxi or private transfer (fares vary widely) and around 35–60 minutes by the metro and Havaist shuttle buses (budget-friendly shuttle fares usually apply). Pros: modern facilities and broad international connectivity; cons: longer transfer times from some central areas and occasional heavy traffic for road transfers. Sabiha Gökçen Airport on the Asian side functions more as a budget- and low-cost-friendly alternative, frequently used for domestic flights and regional European routes. It is roughly 35–50 km from Sultanahmet and Taksim, with travel times often between 45–75 minutes by taxi depending on traffic, and about 60–90 minutes on public buses and Havatas/Havaist shuttles at lower fares. Pros: often cheaper flight options and quicker access for passengers coming from the Anatolian side; cons: fewer intercontinental connections and potentially longer road transfers during peak hours.

In different months, ticket prices from Istanbul to Marrakech vary: minimum — $59 (December 2025), maximum — $247 (July 2026). Typically, the flight costs $105–$130.