As part of the extension of its international network, Royal Air Maroc Cargo, Africa’s leading cargo airline, announces the launch of its new routes to São Paulo (GRU) and Toronto (YYZ), marking a significant expansion of its operations across the Americas. 

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With flights having commenced in December to São Paulo and Toronto, this milestone reinforces Royal Air Maroc Cargo’s commitment to enhancing global connectivity through its strategic Casablanca hub (CMN). These destinations expand the airline’s network in the Americas, which currently includes direct flights from Casablanca to Montreal, New York, Washington and Miami.

The reopening of the Casablanca – São Paulo route connects the economic and financial capitals of Morocco and Brazil. Operating three times a week, flights take off from Casablanca on Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays at 16.40 (local time) and land in São Paulo at 22.20 (local time).

The return flights depart from São Paulo on Tuesdays, Fridays and Sundays at 00.20 (local time) to land in Casablanca at 13.15. This relaunch strengthens ties between the two countries, whose diplomatic and economic relations have been reinforced in recent years.

“Brazil and Morocco have a long-standing partnership, and our new route to São Paulo underscores our ambition to become a driving force in connecting these two dynamic economies,” said M. Yassine Berrada, VP Cargo at Royal Air Maroc. “This direct service supports trade growth not only between our two nations but also opens doors to broader opportunities in West Africa, Türkiye, and the Middle East via our CMN hub.”

The Toronto service is also flying three times a week, on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays. Flights from Casablanca are scheduled at 16.45 (local time) to arrive in Toronto at 19.25 (local time). The return flights leave Toronto at 21.30 (local time) and land in Casablanca at 10.50. Toronto is the second direct destination in Canada after Montreal. The route has already seen immense demand, with the inaugural flight selling out within hours of its announcement.

“Our Toronto connection strengthens the bond with our community abroad and enhances trade ties by enabling the transport of goods such as citrus, processed foods, and traditional Moroccan crafts while facilitating the import of essential commodities like wheat and aircraft parts,” added Berrada.

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Royal Air Maroc’s fleet of new generation aircraft, the Boeing 787 Dreamliners, ensures the highest level of safety and a reduced carbon footprint on these routes, with specialized facilities at the Casablanca hub, including state-of-the-art cold storage and secure handling for pharmaceuticals and perishable goods. This strategic infrastructure enables the seamless movement of diverse cargo, from automotive parts and olive oil to hatching eggs and medical equipment.

As Royal Air Maroc continues its journey toward quadrupling its fleet by 2037, new routes across the Americas and beyond are on the horizon. “This expansion aligns with our vision to connect Morocco with the world while offering unparalleled service to our customers,” Berrada emphasised.

“The addition of São Paulo and Toronto is just the beginning of a broader ambition to make Royal Air Maroc Cargo a key player in global trade.”