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In short

EgyptAir is the flag carrier of Egypt, based at Cairo International and flying to 93 destinations in Egypt, Africa, the Middle East, Europe, Asia and North America. Cairo is a handy connecting point between Africa and the rest of the world. EgyptAir is a Star Alliance member and runs EgyptAir Plus. Cabins are Business and Economy.

EgyptAir is the state-owned flag carrier of Egypt, founded in 1932 and based at Cairo International Airport. A Star Alliance member since 2008, it flies to 93 destinations in 56 countries across Africa, the Middle East, Europe, Asia and North America.

Please note: bookingMentor is an independent travel service and is not affiliated with EgyptAir. Routes, schedules, fleet and baggage rules change, so always confirm the details of your booking with the airline.

What to expect

EgyptAir is the state-owned flag carrier of Egypt, headquartered in the EgyptAir Administrative Complex at Cairo International Airport, its main hub. It suits travellers flying to and from Egypt and those connecting in Cairo between Africa, Europe, the Gulf, Asia and North America. Founded on 7 June 1932 as the Misr Airlines division of Misr Airwork, it started flying in July 1933, which makes it one of the oldest airlines in Africa and the Middle East.

Cairo hub and network

In June 2026 EgyptAir served 84 international and nine domestic destinations in 56 countries. All operations moved to Terminal 3 at Cairo International in April 2009. Alexandria and Sharm El Sheikh are focus cities.

The network covers the Middle East, Africa, Europe and Asia, and long-haul flights reach North America. In 2026 EgyptAir added Cairo to Los Angeles and Cairo to Chicago O'Hare. If you transfer in Cairo, check Egypt's visa and transit rules before booking.

Joining Star Alliance in 2008

EgyptAir joined Star Alliance in July 2008 as its 21st member, and it is the alliance's only member based in the Middle East and North Africa. Codeshare partners include Lufthansa, United, Singapore Airlines and Air Canada, so a single ticket can combine EgyptAir with partner flights beyond its own network.

The EgyptAir group

EgyptAir Holding Company includes several airlines. EgyptAir Express, launched in June 2007, flies regional and domestic routes. EgyptAir Cargo was set up in 2002. The group owns Air Sinai outright and holds 60 percent of Air Cairo and 13.33 percent of Smart Aviation Company.

Baggage and connection times in Cairo

Baggage allowance depends on the route and fare, so confirm yours on the EgyptAir website before you pack. Leave enough time between flights in Cairo, especially if a second flight is on a separate ticket.

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Good to know

  • Founded1932
  • Other gatewaysHBE / SSH

Everything you should know

Airline codes

MS · MSR

IATA · ICAO · callsign “EGYPTAIR”

EgyptAir’s IATA code is MS, its ICAO code is MSR, and the radio callsign is EGYPTAIR. Type MS and your flight number into a status search to follow an EgyptAir flight.

Key facts

Main hub

Cairo (CAI)

Cairo International

Also flies abroad fromAlexandria (HBE) · Sharm El Sheikh (SSH)

Network

93 destinations

Egypt · Africa · Middle East · Europe · Asia · North America

From Cairo, EgyptAir serves 84 international and 9 domestic destinations in 56 countries, with a strong network across Africa and the Middle East and new routes to Chicago and Los Angeles in 2026.

Destinations

Cabin classes

Business

and Economy

Business and Economy, with lie-flat business seats on the Boeing 787 and 777-300ER. EgyptAir sells two cabins, Business Class and Economy Class. The seat and screen you get depend on the aircraft type, so check it on your booking if the product matters to you.

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Good to know

EgyptAir’s loyalty programme is EgyptAir Plus. EgyptAir’s own website is egyptair.com.

Frequent flyer

EgyptAir Plus

Member of Star Alliance

Points from EgyptAir flights go into EgyptAir Plus, and you can usually earn and spend with the other Star Alliance airlines too.

How it works

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At a glance

EgyptAir (IATA: MS, ICAO: MSR) is the flag carrier of Egypt, based at Cairo International Airport. Founded in 1932 and a Star Alliance member, it flies Airbus A320neo, A321neo, A330, A350 and Boeing 737, 777 and 787 aircraft to 93 destinations in 56 countries.

Key facts about EgyptAir
HeadquartersEgyptAir Administrative Complex, Cairo International Airport
Fleet typesAirbus A320neo, A321neo, A330, A350-900, Boeing 737, 777-300ER and 787-9
Frequent flyerEgyptAir Plus
Official websiteegyptair.com

Flight routes

Destinations and routes

Direct routes
EgyptAir serves the places below according to its published network. Routes are added, paused and rescheduled, so confirm the current EgyptAir timetable when you search. Search flights

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Cairo (CAI) departures8 destinations

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Fleet and aircraft

EgyptAir had 72 aircraft in service in July 2026, with 28 more on order. Short and medium routes use the Airbus A320neo and A321neo and the Boeing 737-800 and 737 MAX 8. Long-haul and busy regional routes use the Airbus A330-200, A330-300 and A350-900 and the Boeing 777-300ER and 787-9.

  • Airbus A320neo Narrow-body Domestic and regional routes
  • Airbus A321neo Narrow-body Domestic and regional routes
  • Boeing 737-800 Narrow-body Domestic, Middle East and European routes
  • Boeing 737 MAX 8 Narrow-body Domestic, Middle East and European routes
  • Airbus A330-200 Wide-body Regional and medium-haul routes
  • Airbus A330-300 Wide-body Regional and medium-haul routes
  • Airbus A350-900 Wide-body · 3 in service Newest long-haul aircraft in the fleet
  • Boeing 777-300ER Wide-body · 5 in service Long-haul routes that need the most seats
  • Boeing 787-9 Wide-body · 8 in service The main long-haul type

Cabin classes

Two cabins are on sale at EgyptAir: Business and Economy. Not every EgyptAir route has all of them.

Business Most flights

Business class

Business class across the network, with lie-flat seats on long-haul wide-bodies.

Lie-flat on 787 and 777Lounge access

Economy All flights

Standard seat

The main cabin on every flight.

Meals

EgyptAir Plus

Earn points on MS flights with EgyptAir Plus, which you can join on the EgyptAir website.

EgyptAir Plus members earn miles on EgyptAir and Star Alliance flights and redeem them for award flights and upgrades.

The loyalty programme is EgyptAir Plus. Members earn miles on EgyptAir and on Star Alliance flights.

Baggage allowance

On EgyptAir, the bag allowance follows your fare type, cabin and route, and the exact figure is printed on your MS e-ticket.

Checked baggage
On your e-ticket
Cabin baggage
Set by your fare
Extra bags
Add online before you fly
Power banks
Cabin bag only

A long-haul EgyptAir trip and a short hop can come with different allowances, and every cabin above the lowest economy fare gets more. The baggage page on egyptair.com shows the rule for your route.

Pro tip: if your MS fare comes without a hold bag, buy one in your booking before you fly; airport prices for extra bags are usually higher.
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Online Check-in

The four steps below take you from your EgyptAir booking to the gate, whether you depart from CAI or another airport on its network.

  1. Step 1

    Check in online

    Online check-in for MS flights is on the official EgyptAir website. You need the MS booking reference or e-ticket number and the passenger’s surname.

    Booking ref + surname
  2. Step 2

    Prepare your documents

    Before leaving for the airport, check that your passport is valid and that you hold any visa or entry document needed at the other end of your EgyptAir flight. Domestic MS passengers should bring a photo ID the airline accepts.

    Passport · visa · ID
  3. Step 3

    Arrive early

    Each airport has its own EgyptAir check-in and bag-drop deadline, listed in your booking. Allow extra time for busy terminals and international MS departures.

    Check your deadline
  4. Step 4

    Drop your bags

    At the airport, take your bags to the EgyptAir bag-drop point. Collect a printed MS boarding pass there if you have not saved one to your phone.

    EgyptAir counter
Ready to check in? Check in and manage your booking on the official EgyptAir website.
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Cheap tickets

Ways to pay less for an EgyptAir ticket, from the dates you choose to the fare type you buy.

  1. 01

    Be flexible with your EgyptAir dates

    EgyptAir fares are often lower on midweek departures. Search a spread of dates around your trip to find the cheaper days.

    Midweek flights
  2. 02

    Avoid peak holiday dates

    Fares rise around Eid, the Hajj and Umrah seasons and European holidays to the Red Sea. Book early for those dates.

    School holidays · festivals
  3. 03

    Price the bundle, not the base fare

    An EgyptAir fare that includes a checked bag, seat choice or cheaper changes can cost less overall than adding those extras later.

    Baggage & changes
  4. 04

    Don’t leave busy routes late

    Last-minute MS seats on popular routes tend to cost more. Book a few weeks out when an EgyptAir route is busy.

    Popular routes
  5. 05

    Join EgyptAir Plus

    Add an EgyptAir Plus number to your booking so points from your MS flights are credited.

    Before you fly

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    Search EgyptAir alongside every other airline on your route, with flexible dates.

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Last reviewed on 10 October 2026 against egyptair.com and published airline records.

Getting there

Yes. EgyptAir has been a member of Star Alliance since 2008. You can earn and redeem miles on partner airlines such as Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines, United and Singapore Airlines, and use partner lounges if your status or ticket allows.

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