How is Egyptair expanding its fleet?
Egyptair is shaping the future of Egyptian aviation by expanding and modernising its fleet, reducing its carbon footprint, bolstering the Egyptian economy and enhancing the passenger experience to meet evolving traveller expectations while contributing meaningfully to a more sustainable global aviation industry.
Egyptair will increase its fleet to 97 aircraft by 2029, improving flight options and network connectivity. Additionally, new aircraft will begin to be delivered in December of this year and the move to significantly expand is part of a wider strategy for Egypt to become a major aviation hub, connecting Africa, the Middle East, and Europe – making it a natural gateway for global travel. Egypt's Vision 2030 to achieve sustainable development, as the civil aviation sector is a key pillar in strengthening the national economy and attracting more tourism.
Its new fleet will comprise 16 new Airbus 350-900s paving the way for expanding the airline’s long-haul network while preserving the environment through a reduced carbon footprint and offering a premium travel experience to its passengers. This is in addition to adding 18 new Boeing 737MAX8s to the fleet within the next three years.
Tell us more about the new aircraft?
Egyptair is building its fleet to welcome guests in line with their preferences, blending its rich heritage with modern onboard innovation. The A350-900's configuration will be 340 seats (30 flat business class seats and 310 relaxing economy class seats). These will be equipped with the latest in-flight entertainment Panasonic Astrova system, which features a high-quality 4K OLED display with high-fidelity spatial audio and high-speed USB-C power delivery for charging laptops and other devices. Key features include the ability to connect personal Bluetooth headphones and use a multi-screen environment by connecting personal devices.
Captain Ahmed Adel, CEO, Egyptair
All Airbus aircraft, including the A350, are currently certified to operate with up to 50% SAF blends. SAF can provide up to an 80% reduction in lifecycle emissions depending on the production pathway, and when combined with the A350’s efficiency, it plays a central role in Egyptair’s decarbonisation strategy.
What does this fleet expansion mean for Egyptair’s route network?
Egypt’s unique geographic position – connecting Africa, the Middle East, and Europe – makes it a natural gateway for global travel. Operating more than 26 weekly flights between Heathrow and Manchester airports and Cairo, Egyptair represents the perfect gateway to Africa. Beyond Cairo is a seamless network of more than 20 destinations in Africa and 20 destinations in the Middle East and the Gulf cities, whether for leisure or for business. Further, Egyptair offers multiple daily frequencies to Egypt’s top leisure and adventurous destinations in Egypt, namely Sharm El Sheikh, Hurghada, Luxor and Aswan.
However, with its new A350-900 aircraft, Egyptair will serve long-haul routes such as Toronto, Los Angeles, London, Narita and Shanghai, which provide significant growth opportunities.
There’s an exciting new opening in Cairo… tell us about that?
Egyptair is honoured to be the official carrier of the new Grand Egyptian Museum opening celebration [on Saturday 1 November, which has been declared a public holiday in Egypt], offering guests from all over the world a unique travel experience that starts with true Egyptian hospitality that comes from the heart.
How is Egyptair working with the trade?
In 2026, Egyptair is planning a fam trip to Luxor/Aswan Nile cruise with a DMC for a number of leading UK luxury agencies and are looking to expand this circle not only through this fam trip but also with targeted training and joint events/actions to grow the segment.
Egyptair is actively supporting Egypt’s tourism resurgence through coordinated efforts with the Egyptian Tourist Board and UK-based tour operators to enable travellers discover timeless wonders and living culture, whether that’s marvelling at the majesty of the Pyramids of Giza, exploring the royal tombs in Luxor’s Valley of the Kings, uncovering the nation’s rich heritage at the Egyptian Museum in Cairo; sailing the story-telling Nile on a relaxing river cruise, or diving into the Red Sea’s dazzling coral reefs. From ancient monuments to vibrant traditions, we are privileged to bring the world to Egypt to enjoy experiences unlike any other.
