Passenger numbers rise 4.8% compared with the same period last year.
Egypt’s regional airports continued to record growth in August and September 2026, handling 5,110,629 passengers compared with 4,875,411 in the same period of 2025, an increase of 235,218, or 4.8%.
Traffic data from regional and tourism airports showed increases in passenger volumes and operations at several destinations, reflecting growing demand for travel to Egypt.
Hurghada International Airport handled 2,131,400 passengers, compared with 2,008,847, an increase of approximately 122,000, or 6.1%.
Sharm El Sheikh International Airport recorded 1,638,499 passengers, compared with approximately 1,543,000, an increase of 95,497, or 6.2%.
El Alamein International Airport handled 99,921 passengers versus 77,409, up 22,512, or 29.1%. Activity included hosting the second El Alamein International Airshow, EIAS 2026, supporting its role as a gateway to the North Coast. Alexandria Airport handled 436,211 passengers compared with 435,724.
In Upper Egypt, Sohag and Assiut airports together handled 222,445 passengers, compared with 187,497, an increase of 18.6%, highlighting regional airports’ growing role in serving southern governorates.
Marsa Matrouh International Airport recorded 69,043 passengers, compared with 67,496, up 2.3%. Port Said Airport handled 3,705 versus 2,219, up 67%.
Civil Aviation Minister Dr. Sameh El-Hefny said the figures reflected growing demand for Egypt and continued travel growth. The ministry was developing airports, improving operational efficiency and expanding capacity to match current and expected passenger numbers.
The next phase would continue infrastructure improvements and better use of operational capacity, alongside stronger connectivity and more diverse markets and route networks to support demand and Egypt’s international tourism competitiveness.
El-Hefny said the ministry was coordinating with the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, relevant bodies and airlines to expand target-market connectivity, open new markets and support inbound tourism. Development plans include digital, technological and biometric solutions and easier departure and arrival procedures to improve efficiency, passenger experience and readiness for growth.
Egyptian Airports Company Chairman Captain Wael El-Nashar said different growth rates reflected each airport’s operating profile and demand. These differences informed operational plans and requirements.
He added that the company regularly monitored passenger volumes and service levels while improving readiness for seasonal increases, ensuring smooth operations and travel procedures and the capacity to accommodate current and expected growth.
