Direct flight about 2 h 52
Rabat from London Gatwick
Published 4 October 2026 · HolidayWow editors · Written with AI, numbers checked against our data ·
From London Gatwick, a nonstop flight gets you in Rabat in about 2 h 52. You land at Rabat-Salé Airport (RBA), 6 miles from the destination, after 1,227 miles of flight.
In Rabat, the best time for a trip is May to October, with daytime highs up to 29 °C and the sea up to 23 °C.
7 days in Rabat in August, Beach and hiking, from London Gatwick on your own
Plan a trip- Flight time from London Gatwick
- about 2 h 52
- Flight distance LGW to RBA
- 1,227 miles
- Nonstop from LGW
- Direct flight
- Best time to go
- May to October
Flight times estimated from the distance, nonstop routes according to OpenTravelData.
Choosing the right Gatwick connection for Rabat
Start with the practical side of the journey. Your flight choice affects how you reach London Gatwick, when you arrive in Rabat and how much energy remains for exploring the city. The HolidayWow planner can include the route from home to the airport, the flight and the transfer to your first stay in one editable plan.
Travelling from another part of Britain gives you another useful comparison. These distances help you judge the scale of the trip, while the planner’s booking links show live flight prices in pounds.
Think about who is travelling as well as the departure airport. Gatwick can suit London-based families who want one airport journey, while regional departures may work well if rail or road travel to another airport is straightforward. Add your travel party and preferred dates in one sentence, then let the map organise the connection.
The best time to fly from Gatwick to Rabat
Spring offers a comfortable balance for walking Rabat’s historic centre and nearby coastal places. April brings 21 °C daytime temperatures, 9 sunshine hours and 6 rain days, making sightseeing and time outdoors a practical combination. May is warmer and brighter, with 24 °C by day, 11 sunshine hours and 4 rain days.
Summer is well suited to Atlantic beaches and long evenings outdoors. June has 26 °C daytime temperatures, July reaches 28 °C and August reaches 29 °C. August also records the driest conditions in the climate data, with no rain days. Pack light clothing, sun protection and water for daytime exploring.
Autumn and early winter remain rewarding for cultural visits, with September reaching 27 °C and October 25 °C. January is the coolest month at 17 °C and is also the wettest, with 9 rain days. The city’s medina and museums offer useful indoor choices when Atlantic weather interrupts a beach day.
A three day Rabat itinerary from arrival
Begin in the medina and the historic Oudayas district. Walk through narrow streets, pause around the Kasbah of the Udayas and look towards the Atlantic from nearby viewpoints. A relaxed pace suits the distance involved on your first day and gives you time to settle into the rhythm of the city.
Dedicate the second day to Rabat’s major cultural landmarks. Visit the Hassan Tower, the Mohammed V Mausoleum and Chellah, allowing time for the archaeological site and nearby streets. Set the day to a balanced pace in HolidayWow so the map presents each stop in a sensible order and keeps travel legs connected.
Finish with a coastal day. Spend the morning at Rabat’s beach, visit the harbour area and reserve the afternoon for a relaxed walk or a trip to a nearby attraction. In warm months this works well as an outdoor finale, while a cooler season benefits from a flexible plan with an indoor option nearby.
Rabat from London Gatwick
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Airports at the destination
Your nonstop flight from London Gatwick lands at Rabat-Salé Airport (RBA), 6 miles from the destination.
RBARabat-Salé Airport6 miles to the destination, about 2 h 52 from LGW, 1,227 miles of flightDirect
Best time to travel in Rabat
In Rabat, the best time for a trip is May to October, with daytime highs up to 29 °C and the sea up to 23 °C. The sea reaches 23 °C in August.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day °C | 17 | 18 | 19 | 21 | 24 | 26 | 28 | 29 | 27 | 25 | 21 | 19 |
| Night °C | 12 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 16 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 20 | 19 | 15 | 13 |
| Sea °C | 17 | 17 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 21 | 20 | 18 |
| Sun h/day | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 9 | 8 | 6 | 6 |
| Rain days | 9 | 8 | 9 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 9 | 8 |
When to go to Rabat
The warmest month is August with 29 °C, the coolest January with 17 °C. August is the driest with 0 rain days and January the wettest with 9. May brings the most sun, around 11 hours daily.
Swimming season runs through August; the water tops out at 23 °C in August. Comfortable sightseeing weather, with highs between the low twenties and about thirty degrees, comes in April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November.
- January: 17 °C, sea 17 °C, 9 rain days, 6 h of sun
- February: 18 °C, sea 17 °C, 8 rain days, 7 h of sun
- March: 19 °C, sea 17 °C, 9 rain days, 8 h of sun
- April: 21 °C, sea 18 °C, 6 rain days, 9 h of sun
- May: 24 °C, sea 19 °C, 4 rain days, 11 h of sun
- June: 26 °C, sea 21 °C, 1 rain day, 11 h of sun
- July: 28 °C, sea 22 °C, 1 rain day, 11 h of sun
- August: 29 °C, sea 23 °C, 0 rain days, 11 h of sun
- September: 27 °C, sea 22 °C, 3 rain days, 9 h of sun
- October: 25 °C, sea 21 °C, 7 rain days, 8 h of sun
- November: 21 °C, sea 20 °C, 9 rain days, 6 h of sun
- December: 19 °C, sea 18 °C, 8 rain days, 6 h of sun
A day in Rabat in April
Begin with a long walk while the light is soft. Around midday it reaches 21 °C, ideal for the outdoor highlight of the day. By night it is 14 °C: a cosy restaurant suits the evening.
What to pack for Rabat
For August, plan for heat: 29 °C in the day, 21 °C after dark, 0 days of rain. The packing list in your plan adjusts itself to the month and the days you pick.
- Light, breathable clothes for the day
- Sun hat and sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- A warm layer for the evenings
- Swimwear and a beach towel
- Comfortable walking shoes
- A travel adapter for your chargers
Live prices for Rabat
Every price for Rabat on this page comes live from a partner, in your currency. Open a card to see today's rate for your dates.
Weather in Rabat month by month
- January
17 °C
17 °C
- February
18 °C
17 °C
- March
19 °C
17 °C
- April
21 °C
18 °C
- May
24 °C
19 °C
- June
26 °C
21 °C
- July
28 °C
22 °C
- August
29 °C
23 °C
- September
27 °C
22 °C
- October
25 °C
21 °C
- November
21 °C
20 °C
- December
19 °C
18 °C
Nonstop flights in Rabat from other airports
Besides London Gatwick, nonstop flights in Rabat leave from 2 other airports; the closest to London Gatwick is London Heathrow, with a flight time of about 2 h 54.
- LGWRabat from London Gatwickabout 2 h 52 to RBA, nonstop
- LHRRabat from London Heathrowabout 2 h 54 to RBA, nonstop
- STNRabat from London Stanstedabout 2 h 58 to RBA, nonstop
Flight times estimated from the distance, nonstop routes according to OpenTravelData.
What to do beyond central Rabat
Rabat works well as a base for a short Moroccan holiday because the historic sights sit close together and the coast is easy to reach. Salé, reached across the Bou Regreg river, adds another historic town to consider. The Day and Night photographer’s viewpoint is another distinctive place for a coastal visit.

For a longer itinerary, you could add Fez or another Moroccan city after Rabat. A map first plan makes the sequence visible, showing each base, stop and transfer. You can move an excursion to another day, reduce the pace or keep the final portion in Rabat if you prefer a city-centred holiday.
Food is another reason to leave room in the itinerary. Sample regional dishes and spend time in neighbourhood areas instead of compressing everything into one day. The planner can place restaurants and activities alongside the sights, while its budget view uses live partner prices and helps split costs when you are travelling as a group.

Turn your Rabat booking into a complete plan
Create the trip in HolidayWow by saying that you want a holiday in Rabat from London Gatwick, with dates, pace and travel party included. The planner reads those details, draws each day as a route and places stops on the map. Dates are optional while you compare ideas and can be added when you settle the booking.
Live flight and stay options appear through partner links in your language and pound currency. Booking then happens inside the same plan, so your itinerary, confirmations and budget remain connected. The document vault keeps tickets and reservations with the relevant journey, while a packing list reflects Rabat and the month you selected.
Share the final route with one link. Travellers can view the same plan, comment on places and vote on options, with permissions for viewing or editing. The side panel also responds when you select a day or stop, helping you rearrange the holiday while keeping the map and day order aligned.
Rabat from London Gatwick: frequently asked questions
How far is Rabat from London Gatwick?
HolidayWow uses this distance to place the airport within your broader holiday route, connecting the journey from home, the flight and the transfer to your Rabat stay. You can compare regional UK departure choices on the same map before making a decision.
Which month is best for a holiday in Rabat?
May through September suits warm-weather sightseeing and Atlantic beach time. August is the warmest and driest month in the climate data, while May and June offer plenty of sunshine for exploring the medina. Spring and autumn work well when you want comfortable days for walking and historic sights.
How many days are enough to visit Rabat?
Three days give you time for the medina, Oudayas, central landmarks and the coast. A week allows a slower city break and room for Salé, nearby viewpoints or another Moroccan destination. HolidayWow can use a relaxed or balanced pace and rearrange stops as your holiday takes shape.
Can I compare Gatwick flights with other UK airports?
Yes. The map includes distances from Gatwick, Heathrow, Manchester, Stansted, Edinburgh, Birmingham, Luton, Bristol and Glasgow. Flight choices can then be shown with live partner prices in pounds, helping you assess the whole journey rather than the airport journey in isolation.
Can I organise flights and hotels in one Rabat plan?
Yes. Describe the trip in one sentence or by voice, and HolidayWow can place the flight, stay, transfer and daily stops into one map based plan. Partner links show live prices, the document vault stores confirmations and the sharing link keeps the route available to your group.
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