Transavia, a French low-cost airline, has quietly reduced its flights from Montpellier, France to Algeria due to rising fuel costs. The airline's director general, Olivier Mazzucchelli, stated on September 15 that with expensive fuel, it is "quasi-impossible" for the company to make profits. As a result, Transavia is considering increasing ticket prices and reducing its presence on certain routes, including those to Algeria.
Transavia operates two direct lines from Montpellier to Algeria, specifically to the airports of Algiers and Oran. However, in recent weeks, a decrease in the number of flights has been observed by Algerian travelers in the region. For the Montpellier-Algiers route, Transavia now offers only 4 flights in October, 3 in November, 3 in December, 5 in January 2027, 4 in February 2027, and 3 in March 2027.
The Montpellier-Oran route has also been affected, with only 1 flight available in October, 5 in November, 4 in December, 5 in January 2027, 4 in February 2027, and 3 in March 2027. Although Transavia has not made an official announcement regarding the reduction in flights, many Algerian travelers have noticed the change. One traveler has even reported traveling from Marseille instead.
The reduction in flights is puzzling given the significant number of Algerian residents in the Montpellier region, where an Algerian consulate is also located. In contrast, Air Algérie, the national airline of Algeria, maintains its schedule from Montpellier, offering three weekly flights to Algiers and Oran on Fridays, Sundays, and Tuesdays.
Rising fuel costs have been a challenge for airlines globally, and Transavia is not alone in feeling the effects. The airline's consideration of increasing ticket prices and reducing its presence on certain routes is a strategic move to mitigate losses. However, this decision may impact travelers who rely on these routes.
The reduction in flights may also have implications for the Algerian community in Montpellier, who may need to adjust their travel plans or seek alternative options. Air Algérie's continued presence on these routes may provide some relief, but travelers may still face limited options.
As the airline industry continues to navigate the challenges of rising fuel costs, travelers can expect to see changes in flight schedules and prices. Transavia's reduction in flights from Montpellier to Algeria is just one example of how airlines are adapting to these changes.
Key points
- Transavia reduces flights from Montpellier to Algeria due to rising fuel costs
- Air Algérie maintains its schedule on these routes, offering three weekly flights
- The reduction in flights may impact Algerian travelers in the Montpellier region
