Arkia Halts Marrakech Flights Amid New Security Directives
Translated & summarized from Bizportal by baba
Arkia Israeli Airlines has stopped selling tickets to Marrakech, Morocco, due to new security directives and is discussing future operations with authorities. Israir Airlines also previously halted ticket sales and expansion plans for the route following security guideline changes. Both airlines had recently resumed or planned to expand service to Marrakech.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Arkia Israeli Airlines suspended ticket sales to Marrakech over new security directives.
- The airline is consulting with authorities regarding future operations and existing bookings.
- Arkia had resumed direct flights to Marrakech in August after a three-year break.
- Israir Airlines also halted ticket sales and expansion plans due to security guideline changes.
- Israir had intended to increase its Marrakech service for the winter season.
Arkia Israeli Airlines has suspended ticket sales to Marrakech, Morocco, due to new security directives. The airline is currently in discussions with authorities to clarify the future of its operations and address existing bookings.
Arkia resumed direct flights to Marrakech in August, operating two weekly Airbus A320 flights with starting prices of $329 one-way. This route reopened after a nearly three-year hiatus, coinciding with a recovery in tourism to Morocco. The current situation introduces uncertainty for the route.
The company stated it is working with security officials and exploring options with commercial partners to maintain operations within regulatory limits. The fate of already sold tickets will depend on future agreements.
Israir Airlines has also been affected by the security changes. The airline had planned to increase its Marrakech service to three weekly flights for the winter season. However, in mid-October, Israir paused this expansion and halted ticket sales following a shift in security guidelines.
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