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IATA
TravelerPulse profile
Affordable flights connecting Egypt to the world.
Founded
2010
Headquarters
Alexandria, Egypt
Air Arabia Egypt is an Egyptian low-cost carrier established as a joint venture between Air Arabia, the Middle East's first and largest budget airline, and Egypt's Tourism Investment Authority. Operating under the Air Arabia brand, it provides affordable air travel to passengers flying to and from Egypt.
The airline commenced operations in 2010, initially flying from Cairo International Airport. It later expanded its base to Alexandria's Borg El Arab Airport, offering routes across the Middle East, North Africa, and Europe.
As a low-cost carrier, Air Arabia Egypt follows a no-frills business model, offering competitive fares with optional ancillary services. It operates under the Air Arabia group's commercial framework while being registered and operating as an Egyptian entity.
Hubs & network
Air Arabia Egypt primarily operates from Borg El Arab Airport in Alexandria and also serves Cairo International Airport.
Fleet
Air Arabia Egypt operates a fleet of Airbus A320 family narrowbody aircraft.
Notable facts
- ›Air Arabia Egypt is a joint venture between UAE-based Air Arabia and Egypt's Tourism Investment Authority.
- ›The airline began operations in 2010, making it one of Egypt's early low-cost carriers.
- ›It operates under the broader Air Arabia group brand and commercial identity.
- ›The airline uses IATA code E5 and ICAO code RBG.
- ›Borg El Arab Airport in Alexandria serves as its primary operational hub.
This profile is provided for general information only. Contact details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airline's official website before acting on them.
Primary hubs
Route network map (10 legs)












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Route network
AMM → HBE320
DMM → HBE320
HBE → AMM320
HBE → DMM320
HBE → JED320
HBE → KWI320
HBE → RUH320
JED → HBE320
KWI → HBE320
RUH → HBE320
Fleet (aircraft types operated)
Encyclopaedia
Air Arabia Egypt is an Egyptian low-cost airline based in Alexandria. The airline is a subsidiary of Air Arabia. The head office is in Heliopolis, Cairo, Egypt.
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About on Wikipedia
Air Arabia Egypt
Low-cost airline of Egypt
Air Arabia Egypt is an Egyptian low-cost airline based in Alexandria. The airline is a subsidiary of Air Arabia. The head office is in Heliopolis, Cairo, Egypt.
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