Air France launches flights from Paris to Marrakech (Morocco) and Porto (Portugal)

  • As from 26 March 2017, Air France customers will be able to fly off to Marrakech (Morocco) and Porto (Portugal) on board three new weekly flights operated on departure from Paris-Charles de Gaulle by Airbus A320;
  • This summer, Air France will offer up to 38 weekly flights to 2 destinations in Portugal and up to 48 weekly flights to 3 destinations in Morocco.

PARIS, 2016-Dec-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Starting from the 2017 summer season, Air France will be offering customers 3 weekly flights from Paris-Charles de Gaulle to Marrakech (Morocco) and Porto (Portugal).

Air France will connect Paris-Charles de Gaulle to Marrakech and Porto, respectively on Wednesdays, Fridays, Sundays and Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays by Airbus A320, with 166 seats and equipped with the latest medium-haul travel cabins.

Flight schedules (in local time) to Marrakech:

AF1076: leaves Paris-Charles de Gaulle at 07:05, arrives in Marrakech at 09:25;
AF1077: leaves Marrakech at 10:25, arrives at Paris-Charles de Gaulle at 14:50.
Flights operated on Wednesdays and Sundays.

AF1076: leaves Paris-Charles de Gaulle at 09:55, arrives in Marrakech at 12:15;
AF1077: leaves Marrakech at 13:15, arrives at Paris-Charles de Gaulle at 17:40.
Flights operated on Fridays.

Flight schedules (in local time) to Porto:

AF1528: leaves Paris-Charles de Gaulle at 14:35, arrives in Porto at 15:50;
AF1529: leaves Porto at 18:00, arrives at Paris-Charles de Gaulle at 21:15.
Flights operated on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

AF1528: leaves Paris-Charles de Gaulle at 16:30, arrives in Porto at 17:45;
AF1529: leaves Porto at 18:40, arrives at Paris-Charles de Gaulle at 21:55.
Flights operated on Saturdays.

MARRAKECH, THE RED CITY

Situated at the foot of the Atlas mountain range and in the heart of Morocco, Marrakech reveals unexpected treasures and wonders behind its red ramparts. Divided into two distinct parts between the historical district and the new town, a stroll through the Majorelle Garden while enjoying a mint tea is a must-see attraction for travellers. Recognized for its handicrafts and souk, Marrakech will be the third destination in Morocco served by Air France.

PORTO, THE UNCONQUERED CITY

Porto, the second largest city in Portugal, offers visitors countless strolls through its maze of winding narrow streets. The town is home to several Unesco world heritage sites which every year attract hordes of visitors. Located along the Douro river, Porto offers a unique and fascinating landscape that Air France customers will be able to admire at sunset.

AIR FRANCE-KLM IN PORTUGAL

This summer, the Air France-KLM Group will offer up to 247 weekly flights to 5 destinations in Portugal –

– Faro operated by Transavia on departure from Paris-Orly (12)*, Nantes (2)*, Lyon (2)*, Amsterdam-Schiphol (13)*, Eindhoven (10)*, Groningen (2)*, Munich (4)* and Rotterdam (11)* ;
– Funchal operated by Transavia on departure from Paris-Orly (3 direct flights and 8 flights as a continuation of the flight from Porto)*, Nantes (3 flights as a continuation of the flight from Porto)* and Lyon (3 flights as a continuation of the flight from Porto)*;
– Lisbon operated by Air France on departure from Paris-Charles de Gaulle (35)*, by KLM on departure from Amsterdam-Schiphol (21)* and by Transavia on departure from Paris-Orly (19)*, Nantes (7)*, Lyon (5)*, Amsterdam-Schiphol (10)*, Eindhoven (7)* and Munich (5)* ;
– Madeira operated by Transavia on departure from Amsterdam-Schiphol (2)* ;
– Porto operated by Air France on departure from Paris-Charles de Gaulle (3)*, by KLM on departure from Amsterdam-Schiphol (7)* and by Transavia on departure from Paris-Orly (29)*, Nantes (7)*, Lyon (6)*, Amsterdam-Schiphol (7)* and Munich (4)*.

AIR FRANCE-KLM IN MOROCCO

During the 2017 summer season, Air France-KLM will offer up to 125 weekly flights to 7 destinations in Morocco –

– Agadir operated by Transavia on departure from Paris-Orly (10)*, Lyon (2)* and Amsterdam-Schiphol (2)*;
– Casablanca operated by Air France on departure from Paris-Charles de Gaulle (27)* and by Transavia on departure from Paris-Orly (3)* and Amsterdam-Schiphol (4)* ;
– Essaouira and Fez operated by Transavia on departure from Paris-Orly (4 and 7 respectively)* ;
– Marrakech operated by Air France on departure from Paris-Charles de Gaulle (3)* and by Transavia on departure from Paris-Orly (16)*, Nantes (5)*, Lyon (3)*, Amsterdam-Schiphol (6)* and Munich (2)* ;
– Oujda operated by Transavia on departure from Paris-Orly (11)* and Lyon (2)* ;
– Rabat operated by Air France on departure from Paris-Charles de Gaulle (18)*.

*Weekly flight frequency.

SOURCE: Air France