Air Transat operated its first flight between YUL Montréal-Trudeau International Airport to Marrakech-Menara International Airport (TS396) Wednesday night. The exclusive non-stop service, the only one between Canada and Marrakech, will operate year-round: twice weekly during the summer (until October) and once weekly during the winter (from November to April).

The new service will be operated on new-generation Airbus A321LR aircraft, featuring spacious cabins, state-of-the-art in-seat entertainment systems, and the lowest fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions (CO2 and NOx) in their category, and is complemented by packages, guided tours, and a la carte hotels.

“We are extremely proud to introduce this new route between Montreal and Marrakech, an initiative that not only enhances our destination offerings but also strengthens our mission of bringing people closer together,” said Joseph Adamo, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer of Transat.

He added, “This direct route will allow the Moroccan diaspora to reunite more easily with their loved ones while offering Canadian travellers a unique opportunity to discover the cultural and historical wonders of Morocco. This is a major milestone in our history, demonstrating our commitment to creating memorable and meaningful travel experiences.”

Karl Brochu, VP at Aéroports de Montréal stated: “We’re proud to be the first airport in North America to offer non-stop service to this must-see French-speaking city,” and added, “This route once again confirms YUL’s status as a major hub for international air travel.”