Egyptian regional airports report 18.6% passenger growth in August and September

Egyptian regional airports saw passenger numbers rise in August and September 2026 compared to the same period last year, with Sohag and Assiut airports recording an 18.6% growth rate. The two airports together handled 222,445 passengers, an increase of 34,948 from 187,497 in the comparable period. Marsa Matrouh airport grew 2.3% to 69,043 passengers, while Port Said surged 67% to 3,705 and Alexandria edged up 0.1% to 436,211. Egyptian Airports Company chairman pilot Wael El-Nashar attributed the varying growth rates to differing operational nature and demand at each airport, noting the company monitors passenger indicators and service levels to manage seasonal increases and maintain operational efficiency.