Everything you need to know about Royal Air Maroc’s Casablanca-Los Angeles Flight: Schedule, ticket prices…

Royal Air Maroc has launched a groundbreaking route: the first nonstop flight in history to connect the African continent to the West Coast of the United States. Casablanca and Los Angeles, two cities that once seemed worlds apart, are now just a single flight away from each other. Here’s a complete look at this new route: schedules, aircraft, fares, booking, baggage and reasons to travel there.

Details of the CMN–LAX Flight

This is indeed a 100% direct flight with no layovers—a first for an African airline on this transatlantic route.

Flight type	Direct (nonstop)
Flight numbers	AT250 (outbound flight) ; AT251 (return flight)
Flight Frequency	3 flights a week: Tuesday, Friday, Sunday
Departure from Casablanca-Mohamed V (CMN)	4h00 (local time)
Arrival in Los Angeles (LAX)	8h20 (local time)
Departure from Los Angeles (LAX)	10h20 (local time)
Arrival in Casablanca (CMN)	5h20 (the next day)
Flight duration	~ 12 hours
Approximate distance	~ 9700 km as the crow flies
Aircraft	Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (304 seats divided into two cabins: Economy and Business)

How much does a plane ticket cost?

According to Royal Air Maroc’s official booking engine (accessed on July 14, 2026), round-trip fares in Economy Class start, depending on the season, at:

Period	Estimated round-trip fare (Economy)	Approximate equivalent
September	starting at 10,707 MAD	≈ €1,000 / ≈ $1,150
August	starting at 15 021 MAD	≈ €1,400 / ≈ $1,610
July	starting at 16 504 MAD	≈ €1,540 / ≈ $1,770
Peak Demand Period	up to 23,616 MAD	≈ €2,200 / ≈ $2,530

These amounts are for informational purposes only: they vary significantly depending on the booking date, the day of departure (flights on Tuesdays and Sundays are often cheaper than those on Fridays), and demand.

Flight comparison sites sometimes list significantly lower promotional fares, ranging from around 750 to 900 € for a round-trip ticket outside of peak season. Business Class fares are not publicly listed at a fixed rate and must be booked online or at a travel agency based on daily availability.

Helpful tip: Prices displayed online are from the past 48 hours and may change at the time of payment. For the best fare, it’s recommended to book several weeks in advance and compare different departure dates.

How do I book a Casablanca – Los Angeles flight

There are several ways to book a CMN ⇔ LAX flight:

• On royalairmaroc.com: search by city or airport, choose your class (Economy/Business), select your fare type, and make a secure online payment (international credit cards, and depending on the market, bank transfer or installment payments).

• On the Royal Air Maroc mobile app: booking, managing reservations, online check-in, seat selection, real-time flight tracking, and push notifications.

• At Royal Air Maroc travel agencies: in Morocco and internationally.

• By phone: through the RAM Call Center.

Royal Air Maroc Call Center numbers:

– Morocco: 08 9000 0800 or 08 0203 9797 or 3260
– United States: 1 800 344 67 26

• Through partner travel agencies and online booking platforms: (Expedia, Trip.com, Kayak, etc.), which also list this number.

Members of the Safar Flyer loyalty program can redeem their Miles using the Cash & Miles option or request a business class upgrade, subject to availability.

	One way	Roundtrip
Economy Class	25 000 points	50 000
Business Class	42 500 points	85 000

Services provided onboard:

The Dreamliner deployed on this route is the flagship long-haul aircraft in the RAM fleet: a pressurized cabin at a lower altitude, improved humidity control, large electrochromic windows, a SKYRAM in-flight entertainment system at every seat, and bedding and meal service tailored to each class:

Business Class – 26 seats:

– Cabin and Seats:

26 seats spread across rows 1 through 7, in a 1-2-1 configuration.

Collins Aerospace “Super Diamond” seats in a reverse herringbone layout, with each seat offering direct aisle access, approximately 21 inches wide, and nearly 80 inches (2 m) when fully flat – The Points Guy.

46 inches of legroom, 22 inches wide, reclines 180° to a fully flat bed.

Distinctive interior design in shades of purple and gold, featuring Moroccan-inspired motifs.

– Meals:

Multi-course gourmet service: canapés, appetizer, main course with a choice of fish, poultry, or meat, and dessert.

Traditional Moroccan cuisine blended with international options, with Moroccan mint tea served as a welcome drink.

– Entertainment:

Individual 15.3-inch screens with video on demand: over 45 programs (recent and classic Hollywood films, Arabic films, documentaries, TV series) and video games

USB ports, power outlets, and an individual e-reader, along with international newspapers and magazines.

– Other Amenities:

• Nectarome amenity kit (lip balm, moisturizer, dry oil, facial mist, socks, sleep mask, dental kit)
• Access to the Zenith VIP lounge in Casablanca
• Priority boarding and priority baggage claim upon arrival.

 

Economy Class – 276 seats

– Cabin and Seats:

276 seats from row 10 to row 43, in a 3-3-3 configuration (changing to 2-4-2 in the very last rows)
Seat pitch of 31 to 32 inches (79–81 cm), recline of approximately 3 inches.

– Meals:

On long-haul flights, RAM serves a full hot meal plus a snack or breakfast depending on the flight direction – which makes sense for a 4 a.m. departure from Casablanca (dinner/main meal followed by a light service before arrival) and a late-morning return from Los Angeles

Standard menu: appetizer, choice of two hot main courses from the daily specials, dessert, followed by coffee or tea.

Hot and cold beverages available throughout the flight.

Special meals available upon request at the time of booking: vegetarian, gluten-free, seafood-based, low-cholesterol or low-fat, diabetic, kosher, children’s/infant meals

– In-flight entertainment:

Individual touchscreen built into the seatback (approximately 11.6 inches), with a USB port and individual power outlet.

Library of movies; TV shows; international newspapers and magazines also available on board.

Baggage allowances and included services vary by fare class:

On long-haul flights such as Casablanca–Los Angeles, Royal Air Maroc offers several fare classes, each with its own baggage allowances and services:

Service	Eco Essential	Eco Classic	Eco Flex	Business Classic	Business Flex
Carry-on Baggage	1 x 10 kg	1 x 10 kg	1 x 10 kg	1 x 12 kg	1 x 12 kg
Checked Baggage (Long-haul)	1 x 23 kg	2 x 23 kg	2 x 23 kg	3 x 32 kg	3 x 32 kg
In-flight Meals	Included	Included	Included	Gourmet	Gourmet
Seat Selection	Paid	Standard seat	Included	Included	Included
Priority Check-in & Boarding	Paid	Paid	Included	Included	Included
Fast Track & VIP Lounge Access	Paid	Paid	Paid	Included	Included
Ticket Changes	Paid	Paid	Included	Paid	Included
Refunds	Non-refundable	Paid	Included	Paid	Included
GoShow (Same-Day Early Departure)	No	No	Yes (subject-to)	No	Yes (subject-to)
Safar Flyer Mileage Accrual	50%	100%	150%	150%	200%

In addition to the included baggage allowance, an extra bag or overweight baggage on flights to the United States generally costs around $190 per piece; it’s always cheaper to pay for it online before arriving at the airport than at the check-in counter. Safar Flyer Silver, Gold, or Ambassador members are entitled to one free extra bag.

Flights with layovers are still available, for comparison:

The direct RAM flight isn’t the only option on this route: several airlines still offer itineraries with a layover, which are useful for comparing prices or for travelers departing from other cities in Morocco or the United States:

Airline	Usual Loyover	Note
Air France	Paris (CDG)	Most popular stopover (about 2 flights per day from Paris to Casablanca), short layover.
Iberia	Madrid (MAD)	Good frequency, often competitive fares
Qatar Airways	Doha (DOH)	Longer detour, high standard of service.
Turkish Airlines	Istanbul (IST)	Very extensive network, multiple connections available.
Lufthansa	Frankfurt (FRA) & Munich (MUC)	Good option for travelers from Northern Europe.
TAP Air Portugal	Lisbon (LIS)	Southern European alternative, often economical.

On average, these routes with a layover take about 16 hours door-to-door, compared to about 12 hours for the direct RAM flight, a time difference that, combined with the elimination of the risk of a missed connection, explains the appeal of the new route for families visiting loved ones, especially during busy summer months or holiday seasons.

Why travel to Los Angeles: Tourism and Business

When it comes to tourism, Los Angeles is a destination with many faces:

– Hollywood, the movie capital of the world, with the famous Walk of Fame and its iconic studios; – the Pacific coastline of Santa Monica and Venice Beach, with its Ferris wheel on the pier and stunning sunsets;

– Beverly Hills and Rodeo Drive for luxury shopping;

– Downtown LA and its cultural institutions, such as the Walt Disney Concert Hall;

– world-famous theme parks (Universal Studios, nearby Disneyland), the Griffith Observatory, and the Getty Center.

On the business front, Los Angeles is an economic powerhouse: it is home to the entertainment and media industries (studios, streaming platforms), a booming tech scene nicknamed “Silicon Beach” (centered around Santa Monica and Venice), a major aerospace sector, and the largest commercial port in the United States. The city will also host the 2028 Summer Olympics, which is driving significant investment in infrastructure, hospitality, and event planning—a particularly favorable environment for business travel in the coming years. As the airline is an affiliate member of the oneworld alliance, business travelers can also connect to other U.S. cities via the network’s partners.

Why Travel to Casablanca: Tourism, Business, and Real Time Savings for the Diaspora

For an American visitor, Casablanca is first and foremost the gateway to Morocco and Africa. The city is well worth a visit in its own right, featuring: – the Hassan II Mosque, one of the largest in the world, located on the oceanfront; – the Aïn Diab Corniche and its beaches; – the old medina and the Habous district; – the Art Deco architecture of the city center, a legacy of the protectorate.

It is also a leading business center:

Casablanca Finance City makes it one of Africa’s major financial centers, and the city serves as a logistics and trade hub between Europe, sub-Saharan Africa, and now North America. Travelers can also take advantage of Royal Air Maroc’s domestic network to extend their stay to Marrakech, Fez, Rabat, or the desert. U.S. citizens do not need a visa for a tourist stay of less than 90 days in Morocco; conversely, Moroccan nationals must obtain a U.S. visa (since Morocco is not eligible for the ESTA visa waiver program), a step that should be taken care of before booking.

For Moroccans and the African diaspora living on the U.S. West Coast, this route is a real game-changer. Until now, traveling from Los Angeles to Casablanca required a layover, with a total travel time often exceeding 16 to 20 hours. With the direct flight, that time is reduced to about 12 hours, with no need to change planes and no risk of missing a connection. → About the Royal Air Maroc flight from New York to Marrakech.