Birmingham Airport (BHX) has announced new direct flights to Cairo, a sunny destination described as having "incredible history." The service, operated by EGYPTAIR, will run four days a week starting Tuesday, October 27, 2026.
Flight Schedule and Aircraft
Flights will operate on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays. This marks the airport's first and only direct connection to Cairo, expanding its Egyptian network alongside existing routes to Hurghada (HRG) and Sharm El-Sheikh (SSH).
Passengers booking for October will be among the first to travel on EGYPTAIR's new Boeing 737 Max 8, which features "a quiet and spacious cabin" designed to "enhance the flying experience" and offer "a more comfortable journey," according to the airline.
Destination Appeal
With a warm climate, BHX stated that Cairo provides "a perfect year-round escape from the British weather." Travellers visiting during winter months can typically expect highs of around 20°C. The city blends ancient history with contemporary culture, making it a bucket-list destination.
Quotes from Officials
Matt Hazelwood, chief commercial officer at BHX, said: "We're delighted to connect our passengers directly to a bucket-list destination like Cairo, a city that effortlessly blends thousands of years of incredible history with a contemporary culture, via our new partnership with EGYPTAIR. This route will strengthen our Egyptian offering, providing greater choice for our customers direct from BHX."
Captain Mohamed Elian of EGYPTAIR added: "Expanding our footprint in the UK by adding Birmingham to our route map reflects our commitment to a market that holds tremendous significance. Cairo serves as a magnificent gateway. And, with this new service, we're making it easier than ever for both business and leisure travellers to experience Egypt. Beyond the capital, our extensive domestic network offers optimized connectivity that allows passengers to step off their flight from Birmingham and quickly find themselves relaxing on the Red Sea coast or exploring the timeless treasures of Upper Egypt."
