Egypt Travel News
Up-to-date information for travellers heading to Egypt — visa changes, flight updates, events, disruptions, and general travel advisories.
EgyptAir Launches Direct Cairo–Chicago Route
EgyptAir began nonstop Cairo–Chicago flights on June 21, 2026, giving US travellers a direct connection to Egypt without a Middle Eastern hub transfer.
Egypt Tourism Surges 16% as Travellers Seek Regional Stability
Egypt recorded 16% growth in tourist arrivals in early 2026, with 6.1 million visitors overtaking Gulf rivals as travellers seek a stable destination.
Egypt Holds Departure Fee Steady Amid Tourism Rivalry
Egypt's departure fee stays fixed at LE100 as Thailand and Japan raise equivalent charges in 2026, keeping Egypt a competitively priced destination.
Egypt Plans Massive Giza Plateau Expansion Around the Pyramids
Egypt is developing 20,000–25,000 hotel rooms around Giza, transforming the Pyramids precinct into a resort destination for 2030 and beyond.
Middle East Airspace Disruptions: What Egypt Travelers Need to Know
Egypt airspace is open but Gulf hub flights face delays and reroutes. Check your airline, airport status, and rebooking options before you fly.
Egypt Launches Digital Visa on Arrival at Cairo in August
Egypt's digital visa on arrival launches at Cairo Airport in August 2026, replacing paper stickers with QR codes and electronic payment.
Egypt's Inbound Tourism Up 15.6% in Q1 2026 as Revenues Reach $5.1 Billion
Egypt welcomed 5.6 million visitors in Q1 2026, up 15.6% year-on-year, with revenues of $5.1 billion — the country targets 30 million annual arrivals.
Cairo Airport Flight Disruptions: What Travellers Should Know
Kuwait Airways, Buraq Air, and Air Arabia cancelled Cairo flights on 16 May. Here is what to do when disruptions strike Egypt's main international airport.
EgyptAir Launches Nonstop Flights to Los Angeles and Chicago
EgyptAir's new nonstop Cairo–Los Angeles service begins 23 May 2026, followed by Cairo–Chicago on 21 June — the first direct Egypt–US routes in decades.
Eid al-Adha 2026 in Egypt: What to Expect 26–30 May
Eid al-Adha runs 26–30 May 2026 in Egypt. Sites shorten hours, resorts fill fast and trains sell out — here's how to plan around it.
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