How to Book Travel on Air Memphis

Offering charter service out of its hub in Cairo, Egypt, Air Memphis has been in operation since 1995. This airline operates with a fleet of five aircraft and provides service from such European countries as the Netherlands, Italy, Germany and France as well as some Eastern European nations. You cannot directly book travel on Air Memphis as an individual but you may find yourself onboard if you book an inclusive package to Cairo or other destinations served by Air Memphis.

Things You'll Need

• Computer with internet access
• Air travel broker, tour operator or other travel professional

Instructions

Get Onboard to Travel With Air Memphis

1. Contact Air Memphis at 011 ([phone] to book your charter flight.

2. Visit Air Memphis's Web site (see Resources below) to learn about the company's flight schedule and fleet. If you are a tour operator or interested in chartering a flight, you will also find a contact form as well as terms and conditions of Air Memphis' travel policy.

3. All flights between Egypt and Europe are operated on a full charter. The only regularly scheduled flights offered by Air Memphis are between Cairo and Aswan, Egypt. These flights are the only scheduled charter service offered by the company.

4. All flights on Air Memphis connect through the Cairo International Airport. This airport currently has two terminals, with a third in construction until mid-2007. Most flights originating in Europe arrive at Terminal one.

5. Pack your bags to comply with the 44 pound or 20 kilogram weight limit of Air Memphis. You are also allowed one piece of carry-on hand luggage on most flights. If additional luggage or oversize items are to be brought on the flight, you will need to notify your travel agency to confirm whether this is allowed.

6. Check in with the Air Memphis counter at least 90 minutes prior to your scheduled departure time. You will need to inform your tour operator in advance of check-in of any special seating needs on this flight.

7. Notify your travel agency or tour broker of any meal requirements. They will need to arrange for special needs directly with the airline.

8. Schedule a tour package with air transportation provided by Air Memphis through a reliable travel agent or tour agency. The charter airline, such as Air Memphis, is generally indicated on the tickets provided to you or in your travel itinerary.

Tips & Warnings

• All country codes are within parentheses and begin with a "+" sign. All phone numbers include the United States international prefix "011." When calling internationally from outside the United States, check which prefix to use.

• You cannot book individual tickets on the Air Memphis Web site. It is a charter airline. You can, however, fill out a contact form to receive more information about your desired flight times and destinations.