Aigle Azur
Aigle Azur was a French scheduled airline known for linking France with Algeria and other European and Mediterranean destinations before ending operations in 2019.
About Aigle Azur
Aigle Azur traced its origins to 1946 and was reorganized as Aigle Azur in 1970, becoming one of France’s longest-established private airline brands. The GoFast transport group acquired the carrier in 2001, and its ownership later included China’s HNA Group and aviation entrepreneur David Neeleman. Although it expanded beyond its traditional markets during its final years, mounting financial difficulties led it to suspend operations in September 2019. A French court subsequently ordered the company’s liquidation.
Paris was Aigle Azur’s busiest departure point, followed by Algiers, Marseille, Oran and Lyon. Its scheduled network covered 25 destinations across six countries through 85 routes. France-Algeria services formed the core of the operation, including flights involving Constantine, Sétif, Annaba, Tlemcen and Béjaïa. Other destinations included Basel and Moscow, giving the airline a mixture of domestic gateway, European and North African traffic. Paris-Orly functioned as its principal operating base.
Aircraft associated with Aigle Azur’s network included Airbus A319, A320 and A321 models, as well as Boeing 737 and 737-800 aircraft. The narrow-body fleet was suited to the airline’s short- and medium-haul routes between France, Algeria and other nearby markets. Economy Class formed the principal cabin product, while enhanced or business-oriented service was available on selected flights. Cabin configuration, baggage rules and onboard inclusions varied according to aircraft, route, fare and operating period.
Aigle Azur did not belong to Star Alliance, SkyTeam or Oneworld. It instead relied on bilateral commercial partnerships and codeshare arrangements to supplement its own network. The carrier operated a frequent-flyer programme called Azur Plus, through which eligible customers could earn rewards and receive benefits when travelling with the airline. Both the programme and its benefits became inactive after Aigle Azur stopped flying, so former balances and membership privileges should not be considered redeemable today.
Aigle Azur’s principal strength was the breadth of its links between France and Algeria, including service to several regional Algerian cities rather than only the largest gateways. Multiple French departure points also made the network useful to travellers visiting friends and relatives. Its decisive present-day limitation is that it is defunct: no flights, tickets or current passenger services are available. Historical schedules and policies may still appear online, but they should not be mistaken for active operations.
Good to know
Flying with Aigle Azur — what to expect
Operations Have Ended
Aigle Azur suspended flying in September 2019 and was subsequently liquidated. It no longer sells tickets or operates scheduled flights.
Paris Was Primary
Paris-Orly was the airline’s principal operating base, while Paris was its busiest departure city. Algiers, Marseille, Oran and Lyon were also important points in its network.
Algeria Focus
Services between France and Algeria were central to Aigle Azur’s business. Its network included several regional Algerian cities in addition to Algiers and Oran.
Variable Baggage Rules
Historical baggage allowances depended on the fare, cabin and route. Travellers handling an old claim should consult their original ticket documentation rather than current policies from another airline.
Azur Plus Closed
Azur Plus was Aigle Azur’s frequent-flyer programme, but it became inactive after the airline stopped operating. Former miles and membership benefits are no longer available for normal redemption.
Network overview
Where Aigle Azur flies
Aigle Azur operates 85 routes to 25 destinations across 6 countries, its longest sector reaching Moscow to Paris (2,509 km nonstop).
Destinations served
Cities Aigle Azur flies to, most-served first.
Main hubs
Busiest departure bases, by route count.
Fleet
Aircraft types on record for these routes.
Longest nonstop route
Moscow → Paris
2,509 km · DME → ORY
The longest sector in the Aigle Azur network, measured as the great-circle distance between the two airports.
Route data · TravelPayouts route data · updated 2026-07
Route network
Popular routes operated by Aigle Azur
Notable destinations on Aigle Azur's network.
ZIParisdirectZIAlgiersdirectZIMarseilledirectZIOrandirectZILyondirectZIBaseldirectZIConstantinedirectZISetifdirectZIAnnabadirectZIMoscowdirectZITlemcendirectZIBejaiadirectDestination list is indicative of Aigle Azur's network; see the airline's official route map for its complete, current schedule.
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FAQ
Aigle Azur — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
8 common questions
- Aigle Azur no longer operates, so current fares should not be available under its name. Originfacts compares live fares from hundreds of airlines and travel agencies via its partner Travelpayouts and never adds a fee.
- Aigle Azur’s longest route was Moscow to Paris, covering about 2,509 km nonstop. The airline no longer operates this service.
- The airline’s busiest departure cities were Paris, Algiers, Marseille, Oran and Lyon, in that order. Paris-Orly was its principal operating base.
- Aigle Azur’s principal operating base was Paris-Orly, and Paris was its busiest departure city. Algiers, Marseille, Oran and Lyon were its other leading departure points.
- Aigle Azur tickets are no longer available because the airline ceased flying in 2019. For comparable France-Algeria journeys, travellers should compare active airlines across flexible dates and avoid peak holiday periods where possible.
- Aigle Azur has no current carry-on allowance because it no longer operates. Its historical cabin-baggage rules varied by fare and route, so original booking documents are the safest reference for legacy claims.
- Aigle Azur served destinations in France, Algeria and other European and Mediterranean markets, including Paris, Algiers, Marseille, Oran, Lyon, Basel, Constantine and Moscow. It ceased operating in 2019 and does not fly today.
- Aigle Azur served 25 destinations across six countries, operating 85 routes. These are historical network figures because the airline ceased operations in 2019.