"According to the latest meteorologist data, the volcanic ash cloud will disperse in the coming hours from the Moroccan air space" after a one-day flight disruption, the source added.

    Information will be updated as the situation unfolds, the ministry said.

    The Ministry called on passengers to check on their flights before going to airports with their airlines or at the call center of the National Airports Authority 081.0000.224.

    Emissions from the Eyjafjallajokull volcano already forced the closure of several airports in Southern Europe over the weekend and further disruption is expected in coming days.