How to Book Travel on EgyptAir

A visit to the land of the Pharaohs is on many people's wish list. To walk beside the pyramids and see the source of ancient artifacts that have arrested the attention of museum-goers for generations is a exhilirating experience. Travel to this country of great history on EgyptAir, which operates between 50 countries throughout the world.

Things You'll Need

• Proof of yellow fever immunization (required if you are traveling from an infected area)
• Computer with internet access
• Visa
• Proof of AIDS test (required if you are staying over 30 days)
• Passport

Instructions

Book Travel on EgyptAir

1. Call EgyptAir's Call Center at 011 (+09) 007-0000 to book travel directly with the airline.

2. Check out EgyptAir's Web site (see Resources below) for scheduling and route information.

3. EgyptAir offers service to destinations in Europe, Africa, Asia and the United States through its hub in the Cairo International Airport.

Learn About EgyptAir's Policies

1. EgyptAir highly recommends booking your travel with them as far in advance as possible. You may book through your travel agent or EgyptAir's Call Center.

2. Arrive at the airport at least two hours in advance of your flight on EgyptAir to check in. If you are connecting with an EgyptAir flight, plan your travel so that you can check in at least one hour in advance.

3. EgyptAir's baggage policy is different depending on whether you are traveling to/from the United States or on all other EgyptAir flights. You may check in two bags if your flight originates or ends in the United States, total baggage not to exceed 32 kg. All other passengers may check no more than 40 kg of baggage.

Know Cairo International Airport

1. Find the airport, EgyptAir's hub, located a short distance from Cairo's city center.

2. EgyptAir's flights arrive and depart from Terminal one.

3. Take the free shuttle, which departs every 30 minutes, to connect to another flight in Terminal two.

4. Use the Airport Bus Service from Terminal one for transportation to Tahrir Square, downtown Cairo and other points within the city.

Tips & Warnings

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

• The EgyptAir Web site does not currently offer online booking, although this is slated to appear in the near future. You can, however, look up flight times and routes.

• Visas are required for travel to Egypt but may be obtained by U.S. citizens at the Cairo International Airport upon arrival for a fee of $15. Travelers are advised to consult the Egyptian Consulate for details and regulations.