Morocco has emerged as one of the fastest-growing destinations for Russian tourists this summer, with flight bookings surging by 70 % compared to last year, according to Aviasales, a Russian online flight booking platform.
This growth reflects the rising demand for Morocco in recent years, as seen in visa applications for 2024, which increased by nearly 81%, making it among the top African destinations for Russian tourists.
Experts previously attributed the trend to the Kingdom’s political stability, its diverse tourism offerings, and favorable weather conditions, which make Morocco particularly appealing to Russian travelers.
Also, ongoing tensions between Russia and Western countries over the Russian-Ukrainian war have made Morocco a popular choice for Russian tourists.
In general, Morocco welcomed 11.6 million visitors by the end of July 2025, marking a 16% increase compared to the same period last year, according to the Directorate of Studies and Financial Forecasts (DEPF).
The Aviasales report emphasized that Russian travelers flew to 159 countries in total, with Turkey remaining the most popular foreign destination despite rising prices and ongoing rumors of trip cancellation.
Flight bookings by Russian travelers also soared by 60% to Japan in 2025, followed by a 59% increase to Sri Lanka and 33% to China.
The list of popular destinations for Russians also includes Egypt, the UAE, and Thailand, as well as Armenia and Georgia for nearby travel.
Travel within Russia remains popular too, with many Russians exploring destinations such as the Black Sea coast in Krasnodar Krai and Crimea, the Baltic coast in Kaliningrad, and the Caspian coast in Dagestan.
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