DALLAS — Air Transat (TS) operated its first flight connecting Montréal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Marrakech-Menara International Airport (RAK) last night.

The airline calls the year-round route an "exclusive non-stop service, the only one between Canada and Marrakech," and will run twice a week during the summer (until October) and once weekly during the winter (from November to April).

These flights will be operated with the airline's new-generation Airbus A321LR aircraft, "featuring spacious cabins, state-of-the-art in-seat entertainment systems, and the lowest fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions (CO2 and NOx) in their category."

Comments from Air Transat, Aéroports de Montréal

"This direct route will allow the Moroccan diaspora to reunite more easily with their loved ones while offering Canadian travellers a unique opportunity to discover the cultural and historical wonders of Morocco. This is a major milestone in our history, demonstrating our commitment to creating memorable and meaningful travel experiences," said Joseph Adamo, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer of Transat.

"ADM Aéroports de Montréal is delighted to welcome this first direct service to Marrakech offered by our partner Air Transat, which will allow travellers to discover a destination rich in history and culture. And we're even prouder to be the first airport in North America to offer non-stop service to this must-see French-speaking city," said Karl Brochu, Vice President, Airport Operation and Air Services Development at Aéroports de Montréal.