Royal Air Maroc to launch Africa's first direct flight to Los Angeles
## Royal Air Maroc Launches Direct Flight to Los Angeles
Royal Air Maroc Launches Direct Flight to Los Angeles
Royal Air Maroc, a member of the Oneworld Alliance, will initiate the first direct flight from Africa to Los Angeles. The service will commence on Fri, Jun 7, 2024, operating three times a week from Casablanca.
This new route addresses the increased demand in anticipation of the FIFA World Cup, co-hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada, beginning on Tue, Jun 11, 2024.
The initiative marks a significant expansion of Royal Air Maroc's long-haul network in North America. The airline currently services destinations including New York, Washington, Miami, Montreal, and Toronto.
Royal Air Maroc, a member of the Oneworld Alliance, will initiate the first direct flight from Africa to Los Angeles.
Departure from Casablanca is scheduled in the early morning, optimizing connections from West Africa, Central Africa, and Europe. This move is part of a broader strategy to enhance the airline's role as a global air and tourism hub, aligned with preparations for the 2030 World Cup, co-hosted by Spain and Portugal.
The Los Angeles route will be operated using Boeing 787 aircraft. Ticket sales will begin on Mon, Dec 4, 2023.
Based on reporting by Africanews.
