Egyptian airports recorded strong operational performance in April 2026, according to monthly air traffic data, with a total of 17,712 flights, including 8,879 arrivals and 8,833 departures, while the total number of passengers reached 2,305,226, including 1,136,393 arriving and 1,168,833 departing passengers, reflecting the scale of operational activity and the continued efficiency of performance at the various airports.
In this context, Hurghada International Airport continued to top the list of airports by total traffic, recording 7,125 flights, including 3,563 arrivals and 3,562 departures, while total passenger traffic reached 1,065,275, including 514,844 arriving and 550,431 departing passengers, reflecting the intensity of inbound and outbound tourist traffic through the airport.
Sharm El Sheikh International Airport came next in terms of operating volume, recording 4,916 flights, including 2,458 arrivals and 2,458 departures, as well as passenger traffic of 761,748, including 374,192 arriving and 387,556 departing passengers, reflecting the city's distinguished tourism status and rising demand.
Luxor International Airport also saw notable activity, with a total of 1,331 flights, including 667 arrivals and 664 departures, while total passenger traffic reached 131,076, including 71,630 arriving and 59,446 departing passengers, an indicator reflecting diversified operations and growing tourist demand for the city.
Aswan International Airport recorded 963 flights, including 482 arrivals and 481 departures, with total passenger traffic of 98,435, including 44,400 arriving and 54,035 departing passengers, reflecting continued operational activity at the airport.
Alexandria International Airport recorded 921 flights, including 461 arrivals and 460 departures, with total passenger traffic of 97,411, including 49,424 arriving and 47,987 departing passengers.
Sphinx International Airport recorded 690 flights, including 346 arrivals and 344 departures, while total passenger traffic reached 78,382, including 42,171 arriving and 36,211 departing passengers.
Assiut International Airport recorded 1,388 flights, including 694 arrivals and 694 departures, with total passenger traffic of 24,501, including 13,899 arriving and 10,602 departing passengers, reflecting regular and efficient operations.
Continuing its stable operational performance, Sohag International Airport recorded 378 flights, including 189 arrivals and 189 departures, while total passenger traffic reached 48,398, including 25,833 arriving and 22,565 departing passengers.
In this context, Captain Wael El Nashar stressed that the performance indicators for April reflect the efficiency and flexibility of the operating system at Egyptian airports and its ability to deal with various operational and regional changes.
He added that the company continues to implement its plans to raise operational efficiency and develop the services provided to passengers and airlines, ensuring regular air traffic and strengthening Egypt's position as an important regional aviation hub, according to the official page of the Egyptian Airports Company on Facebook.
