Travelers heading to Morocco could continue to face more expensive airfares in 2027. Tourism Economics estimates that airfares could remain 5 to 10% above its previous forecasts if fuel-related tensions persist.
Air Algérie still carries more passengers than Royal Air Maroc. But as soon as one looks at the distances travelled, the strength of the African network , current capacity or punctuality, the comparison takes on an entirely different complexion.
Tangier-Ibn Battouta Airport has established itself as one of the main air gateways for Moroccans residing abroad. It now ranks third among the Moroccan airports most used by MREs.
Morocco plans a new station at Mohammed V Airport , bringing together high-speed trains, regional trains and road transport. Travelers will thus be able to access the TGV network without first passing through a station located in Casablanca.
Royal Air Maroc has significantly increased its capacity for summer 2026. But in the midst of the MRE return period, this record offering does not translate into a general drop in ticket prices .
Correcting an error in a name and printing a boarding pass will no longer be chargeable in several situations. The new European rules will also protect the return ticket when a traveler does not use their outbound flight.
The direct route between Atlanta and Marrakech has a load factor of 74.1%, well below the average for Delta Air Lines’ long-haul flights. The American airline is nevertheless maintaining its commitment to Morocco for next winter.
Royal Air Maroc ranks among the most punctual airlines departing from France this summer . Its rate of delayed flights stands at 18.30%, compared with 42.68% for Air Algérie.
Ryanair is redeploying part of its aircraft to Morocco and other markets deemed less costly. The airline is simultaneously reducing its offer in several European countries and regions where taxes and airport fees remain high.
Royal Air Maroc extends the suspension of several routes to Central Africa . Flights connecting Casablanca to Kinshasa, Brazzaville, Douala, Bangui and Yaoundé will not resume before September 2026, at the earliest.
Charleroi Airport will completely suspend traffic for several months in the second half of 2028. The Belgian-Moroccans accustomed to using this platform to reach Morocco will have to temporarily turn to other airports.
Travelers will gradually be able to complete their journey through Moroccan airports with the boarding pass displayed on their phone. The new system will eliminate the systematic need for a printed version, provided the airline is integrated into the system.