Airports boost energises Egypt’s grand plan

Times Aerospace
Alan Dron
20 January 2025

Egypt, a pioneer in Middle Eastern aviation, is aggressively pursuing ambitious expansion plans for its airport infrastructure and airlines.

Minister of Civil Aviation, Sameh El-Hefny, said the government's unwavering commitment to attracting more tourists and aviation traffic to Egypt. He emphasised the strategic importance of encouraging tour operators and private airlines to significantly increase their airline seats, underscoring the potential for substantial growth in the sector. With 14 existing airlines, Egypt is actively incentivising further expansion within the region.

To accommodate this anticipated growth, Egypt is investing heavily in modernising and expanding its airport infrastructure. The government's plans include:

Alexandria's Borg El Arab Airport: Expanding capacity from 1.2 million to 6 million passengers annually through the addition of a second terminal.

Sphinx International Airport: Transforming this airport into a regional hub for day trips from Red Sea resorts, attracting tourists with its proximity to the Pyramids and the Grand Egyptian Museum. The airport has already doubled its hourly passenger capacity to 900.

El Alamein Airport: Expanding capacity to 400 passengers per hour to cater to the growing tourism demand in this emerging destination.

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