Three North African markets are considering establishing direct flights to Belgrade, confirmed authorities from the aviation sector. Morocco, Algeria and Libya have expressed interest in launching flight routes to Serbia’s capital, and the newly adopted incentive policy by Belgrade Airport could accelerate the realization of these plans, as reported by ExYuAviationNews.
Adel El Fakir, the Director of the Moroccan National Tourist Office, stated that efforts are intensifying to strengthen the connection between the two countries. “We are currently negotiating with several airlines, and in collaboration with Serbian tour operators, we are developing promotional packages for Moroccan destinations. Our goal is to establish direct flights to attract more tourists,” said El Fakir. To date, there has been no regular flight service between Serbia and Morocco.
The Algerian Ambassador to Serbia, Fatah Mahraz, is involved in negotiations to restore direct flights between the two countries. The Serbian Civil Aviation Directorate confirmed that the technical feasibility of such routes was also discussed. Flights between Belgrade and Algiers last operated before the breakup of the former Yugoslavia, with Air Algerie and JAT as the carriers.
Libyan Ambassador to Serbia, Mohamed Ghalboun, expressed optimism regarding the potential launch of flights between Tripoli and Belgrade. “Connecting our capitals will contribute to tourism development and open new business opportunities. We believe that Serbian companies could play a key role in boosting Libyan tourism,” Ghalboun said. The last flights on this route were operated in 2009.
Tunisia and Cairo record the highest number of indirect passengers traveling from Belgrade to Africa. Tunisair flights to Belgrade were suspended during the pandemic, while Air Serbia’s flights to Cairo operated for just one season in 2023. Although there are plans to resume these routes, specific dates are yet to be confirmed. In the meantime, Belgrade remains connected to Egypt’s Hurghada year-round.
The new incentives at Belgrade Airport are aimed at enhancing air traffic with North African destinations, which could contribute to the growth of tourism and economic relations between Serbia and this region.
