Bustling souks, desert landscapes and striking sunsets are set to get even closer this winter as British Airways launches a new direct service to Marrakech from Heathrow.

The airline has announced it will be adding a new four-per-week service from Terminal 5 to the Moroccan holiday hotspot from October 28, 2018.

During the winter season customers will be able to fly direct from British Airways’ London-hub, with services taking off on Thursday, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays; offering holidaymakers the perfect excuse to escape for a sunshine weekend break.

The airline already flies from Gatwick to Marrakech eight times a week with a number of different flight times allowing customers to choose a travel time that suits them best.

Return fares start from £132 in Euro Traveller and £332 in Club Europe, and customers can choose to cut the cost of flights by using Avios part payment.

Passengers can also pick from a range of savings by destination and cabin while still collecting Avios and Tier Points on their bookings.