Cairo Airport is of great importance internationally as it is the capital of the Egyptian state and its destination to receive all transportation activities and air traffic to and from different parts of the world, which affects the national economy of the country, and is shared by multiple governmental and security agencies, airlines and business sectors to achieve an integrated performance that contributes to gaining the confidence of customers of the Egyptian civil aviation system, which is governed by a set of international and local laws, legislation and standards
The origins of Cairo International Airport date back to the last century when the American Air Force Bayn Field was established to serve the alliance during World War II. In 1945, the Civil Aviation Authority took over the facilities starting with the reconstruction and adaptation of the airport, beginning with terminal 1, the first name of the airport was “King Farouk I”, later changed after the revolution of 1952. Currently, all the halls have been remodeled and in 2008 was inaugurated terminal 3 of Cairo Airport, counting in all its terminals with international standards in security measures, even unlike most airports in the world, in Egypt, before entering you must pass your luggage through the X-ray and the entry to the airport of people who do not travel and do not belong to a tourist agency is not allowed.
Cairo Airport location
The airport is located northwest of Cairo, approximately 22 km from the city center. This trip takes about an hour and a half, depending on traffic. It can be reached by bus, cab, or rented car, it should be noted that the fastest route connecting Cairo airport to the city center is the Salah Salem route through Heliopolis to the center. On your travels to Egypt with Memphis Tours, you won’t have to worry as we will arrange a transfer by a private air-conditioned vehicle at any time of the day and to any location, to make your arrival easy and pleasant.
Located 22 km from the city center is Cairo International Airport, the main gateway to the country. This airport consists of two terminals, the old and the new. In terminal 1 – the old terminal there are 4 terminals for international and domestic flights, three of which are exclusive to EgyptAir, while the fourth is for private flights. The rest of the international companies operate out of the new terminal (terminal 2), which has three buildings. The two terminals are connected by a free shuttle bus service that operates 24 hours a day and every half hour and are about 3 km apart.
At Cairo International Airport you will find more than 5 VIP lounges for your comfort while waiting for your flight, which are open 24 hours a day with a variety of services. In addition to this, Cairo airport has a variety of gastronomic variety, with fast food restaurants, cafes, and bars in terminals 1 and 3, most of them located in the departure areas.
While waiting you can shop in duty-free stores in terminals 1 and 3 as well as souvenir stores, clothing, books, jewelry
If necessary you will find pharmacies and a first aid clinic.
The arrival process is very quick and easy so you will not have any inconvenience when you start your vacation in the pharaonic country. When you hire your services with vacations in Egypt tour packages, a representative will be waiting for you from your arrival so you can feel calm and relaxed. Register your details now and let yourself be pampered!
Finally, Egypt is a dream vacation destination for those who want to discover the extraordinary world of antiquity. Enjoy your vacation in Egypt with vacation packages to Egypt
