EgyptAir
National carrier EgyptAir dispatched a dedicated charter flight to Atlanta, Georgia, to bring home the Egyptian national football team following their historic performance at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the airline announced.
EgyptAir announced that it will resume direct flights between Cairo and Kuwait starting Wednesday, June 17.
This strategy aims to support integration between the executive and legislative branches, and enhance the sector's efficiency and sustainability as a key pillar of the national economy.
EgyptAir announced in a press release the cancellation of its flights to Kuwait Airport on Wednesday and Thursday, after a recent attack by Iran targeting Kuwait International Airport.
EgyptAir announced the resumption of its direct flights between Cairo and Kuwait starting June 1, 2026, with one daily flight, as air travel in the region gradually returns to normal.
The airline will operate one daily flight to Sharjah, Dubai, and Riyadh, and two daily flights to Abu Dhabi, Dammam, and Amman.
He stated that flights MS1719 and MS1720 will operate progressively from March 17 to March 28.
The airline said the decision followed instructions issued by the relevant authorities at Dubai International Airport to all airlines operating there to reduce the density of arriving and departing flights amid regional developments.
This decision aligns with the company’s strategic plan to restore operations on this vital route in response to the latest regional developments.
President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi held a series of meetings with Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly and Minister of Civil Aviation Sameh El-Hefny to discuss the ongoing modernization of Egypt’s aviation sector.
EGYPTAIR, the national carrier of Egypt, affirmed that these claims are inaccurate and do not reflect the company’s policies or practices during the exceptional circumstances currently affecting the region.
EgyptAir announced via its official Facebook page the gradual resumption of additional round-trip flights to Dubai and Dammam, effective March 6.
Egyptair announced Monday it will waive amendment and cancellation fees for passengers impacted by recent flight suspensions to several Arab and Gulf capitals.
The national carrier said the affected routes include Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Beirut, Doha, Amman, Dammam, Bahrain, Baghdad, Erbil and Kuwait.
In a statement, EgyptAir announced the suspension of its flights from Cairo to the following destinations: Kuwait, Dubai, Doha, Bahrain, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Qassim, Dammam, Erbil, Baghdad, Amman, Beirut, and Muscat, until further notice.
Dr. Sameh El-Hefny, Minister of Civil Aviation, stated that the introduction of the new aircraft represents a qualitative leap in the fleet modernization program and further strengthens the national carrier’s capacity to deliver high-quality services to passengers.
In an official statement, the airline said the suspension will remain in effect until weather conditions improve.
The national flag carrier said the video is “false and completely fabricated” and “bears no relation to reality” as it was created using artificial intelligence techniques.
The president ordered continuing the development of Egyptian airports through international partnerships based on efficiency and sustainability, while also encouraging the private sector's participation, within the framework of Egypt’s Vision 2030.
The decision comes in response to ongoing developments in the region and is part of the airline’s commitment to ensuring the safety and security of its passengers.
