Morocco is considering launching a direct air connection between New Delhi and Casablanca as it aims to capture a share of India’s rapidly expanding outbound tourism market, tourism officials said.
The Moroccan National Tourism Office (ONMT) said India sent about 54,000 visitors to Morocco in 2025, a figure expected to rise to 70,000 in 2026.
Officials say a direct route will become commercially feasible once arrivals reach 100,000 annually.
Currently, Indian travelers rely on connecting flights through Europe or the Middle East, adding both cost and travel time.
A direct air route would reduce travel time and improve the route’s price competitiveness.
Interest from India is rising, supported by destination weddings, MICE travel and Bollywood film shoots in Moroccan locations.
Popular destinations for Indian visitors include Marrakech, Fès, Casablanca, Rabat and Tangier.
The proposed link is part of a broader strategy to position Morocco as a premium destination for the Indian market and strengthen wider economic and cultural ties. Airlines, however, remain cautious until the 100,000‑visitor threshold is reached.
