
International hub · Marrakech, Morocco
Marrakech/Menara
- Elevation
- 1,545 ft
- Coordinates
- 31°36′N 8°02′W
- Local time
- Africa/Casablanca
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Field information
GMMX runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Marrakech/Menara (GMMX/RAK) has one runway, 10/28, 10,170 ft (3,100 m) long of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 & Avgas. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 7. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Slot required: plan slot requests into the trip timeline. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at GMMX, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Africa/Casablanca
Country
Morocco
MA
Municipality
Marrakesh
Elevation
1,545 ft
Position
31.6048, -8.0358
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 & Avgas
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 7
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Slots
Slot required
Airport category
B
Crew briefing required
Runways · GMMX
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/28 | 10,170 ft (3,100 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at GMMX.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Marrakech/Menara (GMMX / RAK) in Marrakech, Morocco, through one 24/7 OCC desk. GMMX is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at GMMX
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Morocco
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Morocco. Applicable permit lead times for Morocco are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Morocco are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at GMMX
Direct FBO and handler coordination at GMMX covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at GMMX
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at GMMX is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to GMMX
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for GMMX: 31° 36′ 17″ N 8° 2′ 9″ W; elevation 1545 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Marrakech
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Marrakech. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at GMMX.
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Cargo Operations at GMMX
Support for freighter operations into GMMX covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where GMMX sits in the network
Nearest airports in our network
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- GMMDBeni Mellal AirportBeni Mellal, Morocco100 NM061°→
- GMADAgadir/Al MassiraAgadir, Morocco105 NM223°→
- GMMNCasablanca/Mohammed V IntlCasablanca, Morocco108 NM012°→
- GMAZZagoraZagora, Morocco138 NM125°→
Operating into GMMX?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Marrakech/Menara — one desk for the whole trip.