“The introduction of this route represents a historic achievement for Royal Air Maroc and greatly enhances air connectivity for the entire African continent,” stated Hamid Addou, Chief Executive Officer of RAM. “By bringing Morocco closer to the American West Coast, we reinforce our pivotal role and commitment to elevating Morocco’s presence on the global stage.”

+ Three weekly frequencies to boost Casablanca’s hub status +

The new service will operate three times per week, utilizing state-of-the-art wide-body aircraft on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Sundays. Flights are scheduled to depart Casablanca at 04:00, arriving in Los Angeles at 08:20 local time. Return flights will leave California at 10:20, landing in Casablanca the following day at 05:25.

This expansion aligns with the national carrier’s strategic development plan, which was formalized with the government in July 2023. The initiative aims to solidify Casablanca’s position as a vital air hub, bridging Africa, Europe, and the Americas, while simultaneously catering to the strong demand from the Moroccan diaspora, international tourists, business travelers, and football enthusiasts.

With this inauguration, RAM further strengthens its footprint in North America, complementing its existing direct connections to New York, Washington, Miami, Montreal, and Toronto.