Africazine:
Marrakech Menara International Airport is witnessing significant growth in passenger traffic, highlighting its role in Morocco’s tourism sector.
By the end of April 2026, the airport welcomed 3,803,669 passengers, marking an increase of nearly 11% compared to 3,432,643 passengers during the same period in 2025. This growth is driven by a notable surge in international travelers, with 3,644,799 international passengers recorded, reflecting a 10.09% increase from the previous year.
Surge in International Passenger Traffic
The Marrakech Menara International Airport has experienced a remarkable rise in international passenger traffic. From January to April 2026, the airport welcomed 3,644,799 international travelers, a significant increase from 3,310,835 in the same period in 2025. This growth indicates a strong recovery in international travel and highlights the airport’s importance as a key gateway for tourism in Morocco.
Domestic flights also saw impressive growth, accommodating 158,870 passengers compared to 121,808 by the end of April 2025, marking a substantial increase of 30.43%. This dual growth in both domestic and international travel underscores the airport’s expanding role in connecting Morocco with the world.
Marrakech: Key figures on Passenger Traffic
- 3,803,669 passengers welcomed by Marrakech Menara Airport from January to April 2026
- 3,432,643 passengers welcomed during the same period in 2025
- 3,644,799 international travelers in 2026
- 3,310,835 international travelers in 2025
- 158,870 domestic passengers in 2026
- 121,808 domestic passengers in 2025
- 1,016,169 total travelers in April 2026
- 937,260 total travelers in April 2025
Leading International Routes and Growth Context
In April 2026 alone, the airport recorded a total of 1,016,169 travelers, an increase of 8.42% from the 937,260 passengers in April 2025. The top five international routes during this month demonstrate the airport’s connectivity. The Marrakech-Paris-Orly route led with 78,229 passengers, followed closely by the Mohammed V/Paris-Orly route with 73,481 passengers. Other significant routes included Marrakech/Paris CDG with 60,667 passengers, Mohammed V/Paris-CDG with 52,158 passengers, and Marrakech/London Gateway with 48,233 passengers.
These statistics reflect the dynamic growth of air transport at Marrakech Menara Airport, reinforcing its status as a vital hub for tourism in Morocco. The overall commercial air traffic across the country’s airports reached 12,336,962 passengers by the end of April 2026, reflecting a 9.7% increase compared to the same period last year.
Future Prospects for Marrakech Menara Airport
- Continued monitoring of passenger traffic trends
- Potential expansion of international routes
- Focus on enhancing passenger experience and airport facilities
Marrakech Menara Airport is becoming a central hub for international travel, showcasing Morocco’s growing tourism appeal.
