Cairo International Airport welcomed its first Aegean Airlines flight from Thessaloniki, Greece, on September 24, 2026. The flight, numbered AJ558, carried 97 passengers and landed at Terminal 3. The airport's management organized a special reception for the aircraft, including a water salute to mark the occasion. This inaugural flight is part of a new direct route between Cairo and Thessaloniki.
The flight departed from Thessaloniki Airport at 10:10 AM local time and carried 72 passengers. Aegean Airlines plans to operate this route regularly, with the return flight, AJ559, departing from Cairo later that day. The airline's decision to launch this route reflects the growing demand for travel between Egypt and Greece.
Majdi Isaq Azar, CEO of Cairo Airport Company, expressed his welcome for the new direct route between Cairo and Thessaloniki. He emphasized that the airport's operational and service capabilities make it an attractive destination for airlines and tourists alike. This new route is expected to boost tourism and travel between Egypt and Greece.
The reception for the inaugural flight was attended by several high-ranking officials, including Ahmed Al-Fanajri, CEO of EAS, and Mohamed Hano, CEO of ASE. Panos Nikola, CEO of Aegean Airlines' ground services, was also present. Representatives from several Greek tourism and travel agencies attended the event.
Egyptian Aviation Services Company (EAS) provides ground services to Aegean Airlines. The company plays a crucial role in supporting the airline's operations at Cairo International Airport. The launch of this new route is expected to strengthen the partnership between EAS and Aegean Airlines.
The new direct route between Cairo and Thessaloniki is expected to have a positive impact on tourism and trade between Egypt and Greece. Thessaloniki is a major tourist destination in Greece, and the direct connection will make it easier for Egyptian tourists to visit the city. The route will also facilitate travel for Greek tourists visiting Egypt.
The successful launch of the Cairo-Thessaloniki route demonstrates the growing cooperation between Egyptian and Greek aviation authorities. The two countries have been working to strengthen their air transport links, and this new route is a significant step in that direction. The route is expected to operate regularly, with multiple flights per week.
Key points
- Cairo International Airport welcomes first Aegean Airlines flight from Thessaloniki, Greece.
- The new direct route between Cairo and Thessaloniki is expected to boost tourism and travel between Egypt and Greece.
- Egyptian Aviation Services Company provides ground services to Aegean Airlines at Cairo International Airport.
