Abu Dhabi Aviation has announced the launch of an exclusive “Air Taxi” service in a landmark partnership with the Egyptian Air Force, signaling a major new step toward enhancing Egypt’s tourism diversity and improving the luxury travel experience for visitors.
The service is designed to drastically cut down travel times between Egypt’s principal cities and vital economic and tourism hubs.
Passengers will now be able to travel from Cairo to the North Coast in as little as 60 minutes and reach the tranquil Siwa Oasis in approximately 90 minutes – offering unprecedented efficiency and speed for high-end clientele.
Facilitating premium access
The new service will offer a range of specialized flights, particularly targeting exclusive access to remote yet culturally significant locations.
For those looking to explore the country’s ancient wonders, the service provides specialized sightseeing tours:
- Short aerial tours: Quick flights over Cairo, including the iconic Pyramids of Giza and the Citadel, range from 20 to 30 minutes.
- Extended heritage journeys: Longer 40-minute trips combine views of the Pyramids, the Citadel, Saqqara, and the Nile River, culminating in an immersive 90-minute VIP Pyramids experience that includes dedicated photo opportunities.
- Inter-city expeditions: The service offers full-day and half-day connections between popular Red Sea resorts and Upper Egypt’s heritage destinations, including direct transfers between El Gouna, Sharm El Sheikh, Hurghada, and Luxor. Other premium routes include transfers to the New Administrative Capital and Sheikh Zayed area.
The introduction of this Air Taxi service marks a significant investment in high-end tourism infrastructure, ensuring that Egypt’s vast geographical landscape can be navigated quickly and comfortably, thereby maximizing immersion for visitors.
Edited translation from Al-Masry Al-Youm
