Saturday, March 22, 2025 Ryanair launches direct Manchester to Rabat flights from March 30, boosting UK–Morocco travel with twice-weekly service to the Moroccan capital. Manchester Airport is gearing up to unveil a brand-new direct link to Morocco, offering travelers an exciting new escape just in time for spring. Already well connected to Moroccan hotspots like Tangier, Casablanca, Marrakesh, and Agadir, the airport is now adding the historic capital city of Rabat to its expanding route map.
Starting March 30, passengers will be able to fly non-stop to Rabat-Salé Airport twice a week, with Ryanair operating services every Wednesday and Sunday—ideal for both midweek breaks and weekend getaways. This latest addition marks Rabat as the fifth Moroccan destination reachable directly from Manchester, underlining the airport’s growing role as a gateway to North Africa. The appetite for Moroccan travel is clearly on the rise.
In 2024 alone, close to 500,000 passengers jetted off from Manchester to Morocco—an impressive leap from the 275,000 recorded the year before. Rabat is fast becoming a favorite for those seeking something a little different. From the tranquil Kasbah of the Udayas and the winding alleys of the ancient medina, to the Bouregreg River’s peaceful banks and the iconic 12th-century Hassan Tower, Rabat offers a captivating alternative to Morocco’s more crowded cities.
With this new route, Manchester Airport continues to open doors to cultural discovery, m.
