This update focuses on Royal Air Maroc ranking. Royal Air Maroc has moved up clearly in the 2026 Skytrax ranking, a development that directly concerns Moroccans who fly regularly between their host country and Morocco.
Royal Air Maroc ranking in Skytrax 2026
According to the latest Skytrax World Airline Awards, Royal Air Maroc has gained 12 positions in one year. The national carrier moves from 70th to 58th place in the Top 100 airlines worldwide.
This improvement comes after a sharp drop in 2025, when the airline fell from 55th to 70th place. It now recovers much of the lost ground, even if it has not yet returned to its 2024 level.
On the African scale, Royal Air Maroc is also moving up. It rises from sixth to fourth place in Skytrax’s Africa ranking. It now sits behind Ethiopian Airlines, EgyptAir and Air Mauritius, but once again ahead of RwandAir and South African Airways.
Africa’s best regional airline: a signal for Moroccans abroad
Skytrax has also named Royal Air Maroc the best regional airline in Africa. The company regains the top spot it had lost in 2025 to RwandAir and now leads RwandAir and Airlink.
Worldwide in this category, the carrier improves from 10th to 8th place. Bangkok Airways remains number one, followed by Porter Airlines and Virgin Australia.
Skytrax defines a regional airline as a full-service carrier whose activity focuses mainly on domestic or international flights of up to around six hours.
For Moroccans living abroad, this label matters. The airline’s reputation directly affects trust when booking flights, especially for families travelling often to Morocco for holidays, religious celebrations or family emergencies.
What does it change for your trips in practice?
The Skytrax ranking does not instantly change fares or schedules. But it sends a message about overall service quality, based on passenger satisfaction surveys.
- More reassuring image when booking in advance
- Additional pressure on the airline to maintain or improve standards
- Stronger position in competition with other carriers serving Morocco
For Moroccans abroad, this renewed credibility can weigh in the balance between a direct flight with Royal Air Maroc and a connection via another African, European or Middle Eastern hub.
The better Royal Air Maroc ranking in the 2026 Skytrax list may also encourage some travelers to return to the national carrier after trying other airlines, especially on high-demand routes in summer and peak holiday periods.
Watching service quality and offers over time
The Royal Air Maroc ranking in Skytrax 2026 is one indicator among many. Moroccans abroad will still compare prices, baggage policies, punctuality, ticket flexibility and customer service quality.
Before your next bookings, it may be useful to:
- Check recent passenger reviews on several platforms
- Review change, refund and voucher conditions
- Visit the airline’s official website for up-to-date information on flights and services: royalairmaroc.com
- Consult Canal212’s guide to key procedures for Moroccans abroad before departure and on arrival
The rise of Royal Air Maroc in the Skytrax ranking does not solve every concern for passengers, but it sends a positive signal. The next peak seasons, especially summer and major holidays, will show whether this momentum translates into a smoother travel experience for Moroccans around the world and their families.
For more context, readers can follow Canal212 news for Moroccans abroad.
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