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Morocco World
09-07-2025
- Business
- Morocco World
Report: Morocco Is One of Africa's Most Affordable Countries for Airfare Taxes
A new report by the African Airlines Association (AFRAA) places Morocco among the top ten African countries with the lowest taxes and charges on international and regional flights. According to the AFRAA Taxes and Charges Study Review 2024, passengers departing from Morocco on international flights pay an average of $25.1 in taxes and fees, making it the 8th most affordable country on the continent in this category. When it comes to regional air travel, Morocco ranks even higher. With an average cost of $18.7 per ticket, the country stands in 6th place among the least expensive African states for intra-continental journeys. In a continent where costly air travel continues to hinder regional mobility and integration, Morocco's position reflects a policy orientation aimed at reducing barriers to movement. Alongside countries such as Libya, Malawi, Lesotho, Algeria, Eswatini, and Tunisia, Morocco belongs to a small group of African nations that have kept travel-related costs within accessible margins for the average passenger. The picture is more complex elsewhere. Travelers departing from Gabon, Sierra Leone, Nigeria, Djibouti, or Niger face some of the highest aviation taxes on the continent. For regional flights , countries such as Sierra Leone, Gabon, and Benin top the list with the highest fees, while the Democratic Republic of Congo and Guinea also feature among the most expensive destinations for short-haul African travel. AFRAA's findings arrive at a moment of reflection for the African aviation industry. Beyond listing figures, the association stresses the need to overhaul the current system of taxes, charges, and regulatory frameworks that continue to weigh down the sector. The report recommends that African states prioritize cooperation through bilateral and multilateral agreements that encourage fair competition and better connectivity. It also calls for improved collaboration among African airlines and a push to modernize airport infrastructure across the continent. By keeping costs low, Morocco aligns itself with these wider goals. Its position in the rankings suggests a strategic effort to foster cross-border movement and promote the country as a reliable gateway between Africa, Europe, and beyond. Tags: airfareairportsflight ticketsMorocco
Business Insider
07-07-2025
- Business
- Business Insider
Top 10 African countries with the highest international air ticket charges
International air passengers in Africa paid, on average, 3.5 different types of charges, amounting to $68 per departure. Gabon is the most expensive country for international departures, with passengers paying $297.70 per trip. Business Insider Africa presents the top 10 African countries with the highest international air ticket charges. The list is courtesy of African Airlines Association (AFRAA). Gabon emerged as the most expensive country for international departures, with passengers paying $297.70 per trip. Africa's tourism sector is showing strong recovery and promise, with 66.3 million international tourists visiting the continent in 2024 and generating $38 billion in total receipts, according to the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO). The sector's contribution to the global GDP reached $81 billion, surpassing that of the automotive manufacturing, healthcare, and banking sectors, underlining its significance for African economies. Despite these gains, the continent's air transport industry remains largely unprofitable, particularly for passenger carriers. A key factor contributing to this challenge is the high cost of taxes, charges, and fees levied on airlines and passengers. High charges weigh heavily on passengers According to the 2024 Taxes and Charges Study Review released by the African Airlines Association (AFRAA), international air passengers in Africa paid, on average, 3.5 different types of taxes and fees, amounting to $68 per departure. This marks a slight increase from the $66 average recorded in 2022. Gabon emerged as the most expensive country for international departures, with passengers paying $297.70 per trip. It also ranked second for regional flights at $260. Sierra Leone topped the regional category, charging $294 for both regional and international departures. Nigeria placed third in both categories, with air travellers paying $180 for each. Rank Country International departure tax 1 Gabon $297.7 2 Sierra-Leone $294 3 Nigeria $180 4 Djibouti $168.7 5 Niger $130.7 6 Benin $123.4 7 Senegal $122.6 8 Liberia $115 9 Ghana $111.5 10 DR Congo $109.9 West and Central Africa: Highest charges, lowest traffic The AFRAA report, which surveyed 54 African countries in September 2024, revealed that West Africa has the highest average levies on the continent, $109.50 for international departures and $97 for regional. Central Africa follows closely, making these two subregions the most expensive for air travel. On average, passengers in West and Central Africa pay $109.49 and $106.62 respectively in charges, well above the continental average. Ironically, these regions account for just 23% of total African air traffic, yet more than half of their countries charge over $100 per ticket in taxes and fees.
Zawya
30-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
March passenger demand grows 3.3%
RELATED TOPICS AVIATION RELATED COMPANIES Pacific Airlines AFRAA American Airline Capacity IATA Geneva – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for March 2025 global passenger demand for air travel with the following highlights: Total demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPK), was up 3.3% compared to March 2024. Total capacity, measured in available seat kilometers (ASK), was up 5.3% year-on-year. The March load factor was 80.7% (-1.6 ppt compared to March 2024). International demand rose 4.9% compared to March 2024. Capacity was up 7.0% year-on-year, and the load factor was 79.9% (-1.7 ppt compared to March 2024). Domestic demand increased 0.9% compared to March 2024. Capacity was up 2.5% year-on-year. The load factor was 82.0% (-1.3 ppt compared to March 2024). 'Passenger demand grew by 3.3% year-on-year in March, a slight strengthening from the 2.7% growth reported for February. A capacity expansion of 5.3%, however, outpaced the demand expansion leading to a load factor decline from record highs to 80.7% systemwide. There remains a lot of speculation around the potential impacts of tariffs and other economic headwinds on travel. While the small decline in demand in North America needs to be watched carefully, March numbers continued to show a global pattern of growth for air travel. That means the challenges associated with accommodating more people who need to travel—specifically alleviating supply chain problems and ensuring sufficient airport and air traffic management capacity—remain urgent,' said Willie Walsh, IATA's Director General. Regional Breakdown - International Passenger Markets International RPK growth slowed to 4.9% in March year-on-year from the 5.9% reported for February and from the 12.5% reported in January. This slowdown since January reflects in large part the final normalization of year-on-year demand comparisons post-COVID. Asia-Pacific was the strongest performer among regions with 9.9% growth. Load factors fell in every region, for a -1.7 ppt overall decline. Asia-Pacific airlines reported a 9.9% year-on-year increase in demand. Capacity increased 11.6% year-on-year, and the load factor was 84.1% (-1.3 ppt compared to March 2024). European carriers had a 4.9% year-on-year increase in demand. Capacity increased 6.9% year-on-year, and the load factor was 78.2% (-1.5 ppt compared to March 2024). Middle Eastern carriers saw a -1.0% year-on-year decline in demand. Capacity increased 2.8% year-on-year, and the load factor was 74.6% (-2.9 ppt compared to March 2024). The decline in demand is likely related to the timing of Ramadan which impacts travel patterns. North American carriers saw a -0.1% year-on-year fall in demand. Capacity increased 2.0% year-on-year, and the load factor was 83.0% (-1.8 ppt compared to March 2024). While demand had a second consecutive month of year-on-year contraction, it is important to note that this is an improvement on the -1.5% decline reported for February. Latin American airlines saw a 7.7% year-on-year increase in demand. Capacity climbed 12.1% year-on-year. The load factor was 80.9% (-3.3 ppt compared to March 2024). African airlines saw a 3.3% year-on-year increase in demand. Capacity was up 3.5% year-on-year. The load factor was 70.1% (-0.2 ppt compared to March 2024). Domestic Passenger Markets Domestic air travel posted a marginal 0.9% gain, weighed down by declines in the US and Australian markets. Brazil and India reported the strongest growth at 8.9% and 11.0% respectively. Meanwhile, Australia (-1.2%) and the US (-1.7%) reported declines. The load factor fell -1.3 ppt as domestic capacity expanded 2.5%. -Ends- For more information, please contact: Corporate Communications Email: corpcomms@ About: IATA (International Air Transport Association) represents some 340 airlines comprising over 80% of global air traffic. You can follow us at follow us on X for announcements, policy positions, and other useful industry information. Fly Net Zero. All figures are provisional and represent total reporting at time of publication plus estimates for missing data. Historic figures are subject to revision. Domestic RPKs accounted for about 38.2% of the total market in 2024. The six domestic markets in this report account for 30.2% of global RPKs. Explanation of measurement terms: RPK: Revenue Passenger Kilometers measures actual passenger traffic ASK: Available Seat Kilometers measures available passenger capacity PLF: Passenger Load Factor is % of ASKs used. IATA statistics cover international and domestic scheduled air traffic for IATA member and non-member airlines. Total passenger traffic market shares by region of carriers for 2024 in terms of RPK are: Asia-Pacific 33.5%, Europe 26.7%, North America 22.9%, Middle East 9.4%, Latin America 5.3%, and Africa 2.2%.
