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Alexandria International Airport

Alexandria, Egypt

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Alexandria International Airport

Alexandria, Egypt
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Egypt's second city gateway on the Mediterranean coast.

Opened
1935
Location
Alexandria, Egypt
Alexandria International Airport, known by the ICAO code HEAX and formerly associated with the IATA code HBE, serves the historic city of Alexandria, Egypt's second-largest city and major Mediterranean port. The airport handles both domestic and international traffic, connecting Alexandria to destinations across the Arab world and Europe. The airport has undergone periodic modernization efforts to expand its capacity and improve passenger facilities. It plays a complementary role to Cairo International Airport, serving travelers in the Nile Delta and northern Egypt region. Alexandria is also served by Borg El Arab Airport (HBE officially reassigned), which has increasingly handled more traffic in recent years, while HEAX continues to operate as the closer, older facility to the city center.
Terminals
The airport operates with a modest terminal layout suited to its regional traffic volumes, handling both domestic and international passengers.
Getting to & from
The airport is accessible by taxi and private car from central Alexandria, with limited public transport options connecting to the city.
Airlines here
EgyptAir is the primary carrier operating at the airport, alongside regional Arab carriers serving destinations in the Middle East and North Africa.
Notable facts
  • ›One of Egypt's oldest airports, with origins dating to the 1930s.
  • ›Located closer to Alexandria's city center than the newer Borg El Arab Airport.
  • ›Serves as an alternative gateway to the Nile Delta region.
  • ›IATA code HBE is now more commonly associated with Borg El Arab Airport.
  • ›Handles a mix of domestic routes and select international services.
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Gateway to Egypt's Mediterranean jewel on the ancient northern coast

Alexandria International Airport, also known as Borg El Arab Airport, serves as the primary commercial gateway to Alexandria, Egypt's second-largest city and historic Mediterranean port. Originally developed as a military airfield, the airport has grown into a modern civilian hub handling both domestic and international traffic. It plays a vital role in connecting Alexandria to regional Arab destinations as well as European leisure markets.

Terminals
  • Terminal 1 — The main passenger terminal handling the majority of domestic and international commercial flights with check-in, customs, and retail facilities.
  • Terminal 2 — A secondary terminal used for overflow capacity and select charter or seasonal international operations.
Ground Transport
  • Taxis available at the official taxi rank outside arrivals — agree on fare before boarding
  • Ride-hailing apps such as Uber and Careem operate from the airport
  • Private airport transfer services bookable in advance through hotels
  • Minibus shared services running toward central Alexandria
  • Car rental desks available inside the arrivals hall from local and international providers
Nearby Hotels
  • Hilton Alexandria Corniche
  • Sheraton Montazah Hotel Alexandria
  • Four Seasons Hotel Alexandria at San Stefano
  • Holiday Inn Alexandria
  • Tolip Hotel Alexandria
Dining

Inside the terminal, passengers will find a modest selection of cafés and fast-food outlets serving Egyptian staples, sandwiches, and beverages airside. Options expand considerably once in central Alexandria, where the Corniche and downtown districts offer seafood restaurants, traditional Egyptian eateries, and international chains. Travellers with long waits may find the in-terminal offerings limited, so arriving well-fed is advisable.

Traveller Tips
  • The airport is located in Borg El Arab, roughly 45 km west of central Alexandria — factor in at least one hour of travel time during peak traffic.
  • Always confirm the taxi fare upfront or use a metered Uber or Careem ride to avoid overcharging.
  • Currency exchange booths are available in the arrivals hall but rates may be less favourable than in the city — carry some Egyptian pounds for the ride.
  • Check-in counters can become congested during Hajj season and summer holiday peaks — arrive at least two hours before departure for international flights.
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Route map (20 destinations)

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Routes

HBE → TIP8U · 320 319
HBE → ATHA3 · E70
HBE → AMME5 · 320
HBE → JEDE5 · 320
HBE → KWIE5 · 320
HBE → DMME5 · 320
HBE → RUHE5 · 320
HBE → KWIEO · 320
HBE → JEDEO · 320
HBE → DXBFZ · 73H
HBE → SHJG9 · 320
HBE → KWIJ9 · 320
HBE → KWIKU · 320
HBE → BENLN · 320
HBE → MRALN · 320
HBE → TIPLN · 320 330
HBE → TOBLN · CR9
HBE → CAIM4 · DH4
HBE → SSHM4 · DH4
HBE → CAIMS · 738 320 321
HBE → DMMMS · 320
HBE → HRGMS · E70
HBE → JEDMS · 320
HBE → KWIMS · 320 738
HBE → MEDMS · 320 738
HBE → ATHMS · E70
HBE → BEYMS · E70
HBE → ISTMS · 73W 319
HBE → RUHMS · 320
HBE → SSHMS · E70
HBE → ELQNP · 320
HBE → KWINP · 320
HBE → YNBNP · 320
HBE → JEDNP · 320
HBE → DOHQR · 320
HBE → JEDSV · 320
HBE → MEDSV · AB6 320
HBE → RUHSV · 320
HBE → ISTTK · 73W 319
HBE → JEDUJ · 321
HBE → JEDXY · 320
HBE → RUHXY · 320
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Encyclopaedia

Alexandria Airport may refer to:Alexandreia Airport in Alexandria, Greece Alexandria Airport (Indiana) in Alexandria, Indiana, United States Alexandria Airport in Pittstown, Alexandria Township, New Jersey, United States Alexandria Aerodrome in Alexandria, Ontario, Canada Alexandria International Airport (Egypt) serving Alexandria, Egypt its predecessor, El Nouzha Airport, a defunct airport Alexandria International Airport (Louisiana) in Alexandria, Louisiana, United States Alexandria Municipal Airport in Alexandria, Minnesota, United States

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