MedSky announces the launch of direct flights between Libya and France
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- Reporting by: Rasha Al-Abdali
Tripoli, September 6, 2026 (LANA) – MedSky Airlines, a private Libyan company, announced that it will begin operating direct flights between Libya and France starting September 17. The route will connect Mitiga and Benina airports with the French capital, Paris, in a move aimed at strengthening air connectivity between the two countries and supporting air transport between Libya and Europe.
Mohammed Al-Abdali, the company's Director of Public Relations and Customer Service, stated that the flight schedule includes a flight from Mitiga Airport to Paris every Thursday, with the return flight on Saturday. Flights from Benina Airport to Paris will depart on Saturdays and return from Paris to Benina on Thursdays.
Al-Abdali explained to the Libyan News Agency that the launch of this route from Benghazi marks the first direct flight connecting the city to the French capital. He emphasized the importance of the route in providing direct travel options for passengers, eliminating the need for transit flights and intermediate stops.
The company stated that the direct flights will save time and reduce costs for travelers, particularly businesspeople, patients, students, and diplomats, in addition to providing opportunities to boost trade and investment and strengthen ties between the two countries.
According to the company, preparations included coordinating takeoff and landing times, ensuring the readiness of aircraft and navigation systems to operate in European airspace, and meeting all security and safety requirements.
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