The number of air passenger departures in Egypt witnessed varying trends over the years. Starting in 2013 with a noticeable decline of -5.82%, the figures showed a series of fluctuations, peaking in 2015, then dropping sharply in 2016 by -22.38%. This was followed by moderate recovery until 2020, where the COVID-19 pandemic caused an unprecedented decline of -60.2%. Post-2020, the figures showed a significant rebound, with an 86.59% increase in 2021 and a 32.7% rise in 2022. However, by 2023 the number had slightly declined by -0.47%.
From 2024 onwards, the forecast indicates a gradual decrease in passenger departures, with an average annual decline of -0.34% over the next five years, leading up to 13.85 million by 2028.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Potential impact of geopolitical stability in the region.
- Developments in Egypt’s tourism sector.
- Global economic conditions affecting air travel demand.
- Advancements in airline industry technology and infrastructure in Egypt.
