‘Here’s Looking at You,’ kids: Stansted eyes big demand for Casablanca flights

Flights will operate three times a week on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays using a Boeing 737-800 with a flight time of around 3 hours and 20 minutes.

The service is designed to appeal to business and leisure travellers alike, offering a convenient way to explore Morocco’s largest city while also providing connections onto Royal Air Maroc’s extensive network across Africa.

Casablanca, famous from the classic 1942 Bogart-Ingrid Bergman movie, continues to charm visitors with its mix of old traditions and modern life. From the magnificent Hassan II Mosque – one of the largest in the world – to the romantic Corniche waterfront and maze-like medina, Casablanca showcases Morocco's rich heritage.

With a nod to Humph, Ciaran Brannigan, London Stansted’s Commercial Director, says: “Of all the airports in all the towns in all the world, Royal Air Maroc chose London Stansted for its new direct service to Casablanca, a decision we are truly delighted about.

“This service will provide our passengers with more choice and convenience when traveling to North Africa, whether for business, leisure, or connecting onto the airline’s broader route network.

“Casablanca is an iconic destination, and we are confident this new route will be the beginning of beautiful friendship between Royal Air Maroc and London Stansted.”

Zoubida Smahi, Royal Air Maroc’s UK General Manager, added: “We are thrilled to offer our passengers a direct link between London Stansted and Casablanca, one of the most vibrant and culturally rich cities in Morocco.

“This new service reflects our commitment to providing convenient and accessible travel options for both business and leisure travellers, while also connecting them to our extensive network across Africa.

“We look forward to welcoming passengers aboard and to further strengthening our presence in the UK and beyond.”