Rabat will become Ryanair’s fifth Moroccan base – further enhancing low-fare connectivity across the Kingdom in advance of its co-hosting of the 2030 World Cup. Ryanair’s investment in Rabat will also create over 800 local jobs, including 60 highly paid jobs for pilots and cabin crew.

According to the company, Ryanair’s new Rabat base from summer ’26 will deliver:

  • 7 new international routes (Milan Bergamo, Baden-Baden, Frankfurt Hahn, Nuremberg, Porto, Pisa and Valencia)
  • 20 routes total
  • 2 new based aircraft (US$200m investment)
  • Supporting over 800 local jobs (incl. 60 highly paid pilots and cabin crew jobs)

Ryanair’s CEO, Eddie Wilson, said: “We are delighted to officially launch our new base at Rabat, which represents a US$200 million investment and our fifth Moroccan base. This latest base opening is part of our record S26 schedule which will see Ryanair operate over 20 routes, including. 7 new international routes to/from the Kingdom, boosting tourism and connectivity.

“Our latest base opening takes Ryanair’s total investment in Morocco to over US$1.6bn, supporting over 8,500 direct and indirect jobs and delivering growth in the local tourism economy. We look forward to continuing to support Morocco’s economy as well as international connectivity, by positioning Rabat as a leading Summer destination with its rich history, vibrant culture, stunning coastline, and welcoming atmosphere”.