Travel to Egypt

Flying to Egypt

Most international travellers arrive in Egypt by air, with Cairo International Airport (CAI) serving as the country's primary gateway. The airport handles direct flights from Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia, and is well connected to major global hubs.

Other international airports include Hurghada International Airport (HRG) and Sharm El Sheikh International Airport (SSH), both popular with Red Sea visitors, as well as Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport (HBE) on the Mediterranean coast. Luxor and Aswan also receive a limited number of international and charter flights, particularly during peak tourist seasons.

Egypt's national carrier, EgyptAir, operates an extensive domestic and international network. Visas on arrival or eVisas are available for many nationalities, and airport procedures are generally straightforward, though queues can be slow during busy periods.

Airport Guides

Flight times

From London to Cairo: 4h 55m (direct).

Travelling to Egypt by Rail

International rail travel to Egypt is not available.

Driving to Egypt

Egypt shares land borders with Libya, Sudan, Israel and Gaza, though overland travel is limited. The most accessible border crossing for travellers is between Egypt and Israel at Taba, near Eilat, which allows entry into the Sinai Peninsula. Overland travel from Sudan is possible but subject to changing regulations and security conditions.

Travellers should check current border and security advisories carefully before planning overland entry, as procedures and access points can change with little notice.

Getting to Egypt by boat

Egypt has ferry connections across the Red Sea to Jordan, including services between Aqaba and Nuweiba.