Significant Flight Disruptions from France to Morocco
On August 15, 2026, a strike by easyJet's cabin crew significantly affected flight operations connecting France to Morocco. At least three flights departing from French cities have been canceled, including routes from Lyon to Marrakech, Lyon to Rabat, and Bordeaux to Essaouira. The first cancellations were reported at Lyon-Saint-Exupéry Airport early in the morning, with flight U24477 to Marrakech scheduled for 6:05 AM being scrapped, along with flight U24481 heading to Rabat. Both cancellations are reflected in the flight history on Flightradar24.
Travelers from Bordeaux to Essaouira also faced disruptions, as the official schedule at Bordeaux Airport was updated to show flight EJU1933 to Essaouira, originally set for 7:15 PM, as 'canceled'. However, not all flights to Morocco were removed from the schedule; for instance, an easyJet flight to Marrakech from Bordeaux at 8:15 PM was still listed as operating, and a flight from Nantes to Marrakech was also confirmed to proceed, albeit with delays reported for a Nice to Marrakech route.
Ongoing Strike and Further Cancellations Expected
The cancellations coincide with an ongoing strike by easyJet's flight crew in France, initiated by the joint union representatives SNPNC-FO, UNPNC-CFDT, and UNAC-CFE-CGC, who called for a work stoppage on August 15 and 16 following failed negotiations with management. According to the SNPNC-FO, approximately forty flights from France are expected to be canceled on this Saturday, with a similar number likely to be affected on Sunday as well. The unions have raised concerns regarding the instability of schedules and last-minute changes, while easyJet has labeled the strike an 'opportunistic action' during the busy summer season.
Travelers planning to fly between France and Morocco are advised to check the status of their flights before heading to the airport, as further changes may still occur throughout the weekend. As reported by bladi.net.
