Prime Highlights:
- Royal Air Maroc will start the first-ever nonstop flight connecting Los Angeles and Casablanca, cutting travel time to 11 hours.
- The new route strengthens tourism, business, and cultural ties between Morocco and the United States ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Key Facts:
- The flight will operate three times per week using Boeing 787 Dreamliners, with round-trip tickets starting at around $845.
- Travelers can explore Casablanca’s top attractions, including the Hassan II Mosque and the Old Medina markets, upon arrival.
Background:
In 2026, Royal Air Maroc will start the first nonstop flight from America’s West Coast to Africa. The 11-hour flight will go between Los Angeles and Casablanca, so travelers won’t need to stop in Europe or the U.S. East Coast.
The flight, scheduled to begin on Sunday, June 7, 2026, will operate three times per week using Boeing 787 Dreamliners. Departing LAX at 10:20 a.m., it will arrive in Casablanca at 5:25 a.m. the following day. The return flight leaves Casablanca at 4 a.m., reaching Los Angeles at 8:20 a.m. local time.
Royal Air Maroc says this route will expand its long-haul network and meet rising travel demand before the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Round-trip economy tickets are now available on royalairmaroc.com, starting at approximately $845.
Hamid Addou, Chairman and CEO of Royal Air Maroc, stated, “This direct route to Los Angeles is much more than a new destination; it marks a historic milestone for Royal Air Maroc and for air connectivity across Africa. It reflects our commitment to linking Morocco with key global economic, tourism, and cultural hubs while promoting the Kingdom on the world stage.”
Travelers arriving in Casablanca will discover a vibrant city blending modernity and tradition. Visitors to Casablanca can see the Hassan II Mosque, one of the world’s biggest mosques by the Atlantic Ocean, and the Old Medina, a maze of markets with spices, leather goods, and local food.
Ethiopian Airlines previously operated flights between Los Angeles and Addis Ababa with stops in Dublin or Lomé, but these were stopped in 2019. Royal Air Maroc’s new nonstop flight now fills this gap.
This new flight is expected to increase tourism, business, and cultural ties between Morocco and the U.S. and make air travel to Africa easier.
