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Delta Air Lines announces inaugural flight route connecting US with Morocco

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Delta Air Lines announces inaugural flight route connecting US with Morocco
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Jim Davis, Vice President - Airport Operations - International | Delta Air Lines

Delta is expanding its African network with new nonstop routes from Atlanta, including its first-ever service to Marrakech, Morocco, starting Oct. 25. The airline is also adding seasonal service from Atlanta to Accra, Ghana, beginning Dec. 1, to meet peak winter demand. With these additions, Delta aims to make both destinations more accessible while bringing its premium experience to more of Africa.

Since launching service to Africa in 2006, Delta has remained committed to connecting customers between the U.S. and the continent. Today, the airline operates nonstop flights to five African destinations year-round and has carried over 7.5 million customers on these routes.

“Delta’s new service to Marrakech and added flights to Accra strengthen our presence in Africa, offering more opportunities for customers to enjoy our award-winning service and premium onboard experience,” said Paul Baldoni, Senior Vice President of Network Planning at Delta. “Whether discovering Morocco or reconnecting with loved ones in Ghana, these routes enhance our network while reinforcing Atlanta’s role as the world’s largest global hub.”

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Marrakech offers centuries-old traditions, vibrant souks, and luxury experiences that captivate visitors. As interest in Morocco increases, Delta’s new service—featuring one-stop connections from over 125 cities—aims to open doors to this UNESCO-listed destination.

Travelers can explore the lively Medina of Marrakech or relax in a hammam spa; each experience blends culture and relaxation complemented by Moroccan cuisine. Beyond the city lies the Atlas Mountains and desert retreats.

Delta’s Atlanta-Marrakech flight will operate three times weekly on an Airbus

A330-900neo featuring Delta One Suites, Delta Premium Select seats, Comfort+

seating options along with Main Cabin services.

Fast free Wi-Fi will be available on routes including those heading towards

West Africa such as Lagos and Dakar besides Marrakech once it begins service

in October.

More Accra Service

With strong demand from U.S.-Africa travelers especially during holidays; Accra remains popular among African destinations served by Delta.

To accommodate peak demands there will be seasonal daily nonstop services from

Atlanta complementing year-round daily services operated out of New York-JFK .

"Africa hosts some dynamic cities rich traditions growing economies making it

easier reach them" said Matteo Curcio Senior Vice President Europe Middle

East India at Delta

Continued Investments Atlanta

Operating nearly thousand daily flights connecting travelers worldwide adds

weightage being largest hub for delta reinforcing position global gateway

$12 billion investments modernizing includes major enhancements Hartsfield- Jackson International Airport:

- New Sky Club spring Concourse D panoramic views amenities

- Upgrades Clubs Concourses A C guest elevation

- Expansion Concourse D gate space passenger flow improvement

- Digital ID enabling seamless security bag drop without physical IDs

Organizations Included in this History
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