Royal Air Maroc Adds 32 US Flights for World Cup Fans

Royal Air Maroc said Tuesday it will operate 32 special direct flights to the United States for fans attending the 2026 FIFA World Cup ^[1].

This expansion of air service aims to ensure that supporters of the Moroccan national team, known as the Atlas Lions, can access the group stage matches. The surge in flights reflects the anticipated demand for travel between North Africa and North America during the global tournament.

The national airline is deploying these additional flights from Casablanca to several U.S. destinations, including New York and Los Angeles ^[2]. By increasing the frequency of direct routes, the carrier seeks to simplify the logistics for thousands of fans traveling across the Atlantic.

The initiative focuses specifically on the group stage of the competition, providing a direct pipeline for the Moroccan diaspora and domestic supporters ^[3]. These 32 flights ^[1] represent a strategic increase in capacity to prevent ticket shortages and price spikes that often accompany major sporting events.

Royal Air Maroc said the flights are designed to facilitate the movement of supporters as they follow the Atlas Lions through the opening rounds of the tournament ^[4]. The airline is coordinating the schedule to align with the match dates and locations across the U.S. host cities.

This move follows a pattern of increased investment in transport infrastructure to support national teams during high-profile international events. The airline's decision to target major hubs like New York and Los Angeles ensures that fans have connectivity to various regions of the U.S. where matches are being held ^[2].