Top Rankings for Moroccan Airports in Africa

The Mohammed V Airport in Casablanca and the Marrakech-Ménara Airport have been recognized among the top ten airports in Africa for having the highest seating capacities as of August 2026. This information comes from the latest report released by the African Airlines Association (AFRAA), which highlights the ongoing growth of air travel across the continent.

According to AFRAA, the overall seating capacity in Africa has seen an impressive increase of 8.8% year-on-year as of August, with intra-African routes experiencing even more significant growth at 10.5%. This upward trend signifies a robust recovery and expansion in the aviation sector, which plays a crucial role in connecting various regions of the continent.

Performance and Regional Insights

In terms of performance, Mohammed V Airport offered a total of 803,579 seats in August, placing it fourth in the African ranking compiled by AFRAA, trailing behind major hubs in Cairo, Addis Ababa, and Johannesburg. Meanwhile, Marrakech-Ménara Airport secured the tenth position with 480,112 seats, reflecting its vital role in serving international routes that cater to the thriving tourism sector in Morocco.

Regionally, North Africa dominates the air travel landscape, accounting for 41.9% of the total seating capacity reported in August. AFRAA also noted improvements in several key indicators of air transport in Africa, including rising passenger revenues and an increase in available seat-kilometers, which are crucial metrics for assessing the efficiency and growth of airline operations.

Despite these positive trends, the aviation sector faces challenges due to high operational costs. As of late August, the average price of aviation fuel, specifically JET A1, was recorded at $169.01 per barrel, surpassing the global average of $163.87. This disparity underscores the ongoing financial pressures that airlines must navigate even as they expand their networks.

The evolving dynamics of the aviation market further confirm Morocco's growing influence in the African air transport network, bolstered by Casablanca's role as a major hub and Marrakech's appeal as a popular tourist destination. The expected increase in capacity will likely continue to support the launch of new routes and enhance trade relations between Morocco, Africa, and international markets.

As reported by femmesdumaroc.com.