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Marrakech Menara Airport

Marrakech Menara Airport is the airport that services the city of Marrakech, Morocco. Eight airlines operate domestic and international flights from this airport, so there are several options to pick from when you use Orbitz.com to book cheap flights from Marrakech.

Parking at Marrakech Menara Airport

There are 363 parking spaces for both short-term and extended parking in the parking lot opposite Terminal 1. Spaces designated for short-term parking may not be occupied for more than 12 hours.

Getting to Marrakech Menara Airport

City bus route No. 11 to the airport originates at the central Djemaa al-Fnaa square in Marrakech, and it stops at other popular locations, including Bab Doukkala and the central railway station. The first bus leaves early in the morning, and buses run every hour until after midnight. Taxis from central Marrakech cost approximately 50-120 dirhams depending upon the exact length of the trip, and you can also find smaller beige-colored metered taxis that may be willing to take you to the airport. Metered taxis charge 50 percent more during the night. No matter how you decide to get to the airport, you can relax when you use Orbitz.com to book low-cost flights, as well as hotels and other services that you need at your destination.

Restaurants in Marrakech Menara Airport

Marrakech Menara Airport offers plenty of choices for dining or just grabbing a quick snack or something to drink before your flight. There are branches of the bar-café Atasa in both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, and you can enjoy a full meal at the Raal restaurant in the Terminal 1 departure lounge. Both terminals also feature Moroccan pastry shops, so you can have an authentically Moroccan snack before you leave or bring real Moroccan pastries with you. Don't forget to check out the package deals when you book one of the cheap flights from Marrakech that are available through Orbitz.com.

Istanbul Area Airports

Orbitz.com offers cheap flights to Istanbul and vacation packages that let you explore this fascinating city, which spans two separate continents. The main airport for the city, Istanbul Atatürk International Airport, is located on the European side of the city, about 24 kilometers from the downtown area. Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is on the Asian side of Istanbul, about 35 kilometers southeast of the city center. Istanbul Atatürk International Airport handles flights from over 70 airlines, including British Airways, United Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and Air France. Sabiha Gokcen International Airport serves over 30 airlines, including Sky Airlines, EasyJet, Turkish Airlines, and SunExpress.

Getting to the Airport

From Istanbul Atatürk International Airport, arriving visitors can opt to take the metro train or sea bus into Istanbul. The Sabiha Gokcen airport shuttle makes regular trips from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to various points within the city, and it costs 10 euro per person. Visitors can also get into the city from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport via sea bus or public bus. Both airports are also accessible via taxi.

Weather Conditions in Istanbul

In the summer, high temperatures average around 82 degrees Fahrenheit in June and July and drop to lows of around 65 degrees Fahrenheit at night. Rain is uncommon in the summer, although the humidity remains high during the summer months. Winters are often cold and snowy. In January, temperatures average between 37 to 47 degrees Fahrenheit. Spring and fall tend to be mild, and the bargain prices offered during these seasons make them ideal for a visit.

Vacationing in Istanbul

Take in a bit of history with a visit to Topkapi Palace, the Grand Bazaar, or one of the many Ottoman mosques scattered throughout the city. Archaeology museums are another popular attraction, or you can get tickets for a cruise on the Bosphorus to get a view of the city from the water. Once you know the sights you want to see in Turkey, check out Orbitz.com for cheap flights to Istanbul at any time of the year.