Aswan Airport

Aswan Airport

Aswan Airport

Aswan is the southernmost province in Egypt. It is located in Upper Egypt, 220 km south of Luxor and 890 km south of Cairo, at the foot of the Nile Valley. The climate of the city is hot all year long. It is the 3rd biggest city in Cairo and the biggest in Upper Egypt. The city's geographical nature has changed in a specific location because of the construction of the Aswan High Dam, which almost flooded several temples, like the Abu Simbel temples and the Temple of Philae, during the 60s of the twentieth century, but thanks to the efforts of UNESCO, the temples were rescued and moved to different locations in one of the toughest tests in the history of modern architecture.

 

Philae Temple | Temple of Isis

 

From the dawn of history, Aswan used to be known as Swenett or Swan, which implies a sale. It was placed on the central commerce path between Egypt and the south and was the principal provider of gold, ivory, and countless other products and goods. The city also has a very divine relationship as they praised God Khnum, who was identified as the fertile god according to the ancient Egyptian religion, as it was believed that Aswan was the main origin of the Nile River and later succeeded by Goddess Isis of magic. The city has granite quarries from where the huge stone blocks, pillars, and obelisks were cut and transported to be part of the gigantic structures built by the kings of ancient Egypt throughout the old kingdom, the new kingdom, and the new kingdom, like the magnificent pyramids in Giza and the temples within the funerary complexes in Saqqara Necropolis, the Valley Temple of King Chephren, which dates back to the 4th dynasty, and many temples in Luxor, Aswan, and the Nile Valley, like the Temple of Philae and Kom Ombo Temple of Sobek and the Temple of Horus at Edfu.

The development processes for these airports continued on their extensions and increased till they reached 22 airports (domestic, international, and investment (private) airports). All are managed by the Egyptian airport company, except Cairo International Airport, which Cairo Airport Company manages. So, we recommend you take advantage of your free time to explore Egypt and enjoy its wondrous attractions. We at Cairo Top Tours spare no effort to bring you the best of our tours and excursions in Egypt. 

Aswan Airport is one of the most important airports in Egypt. It allows you to easily reach any place, and you will have the great opportunity to visit its most outstanding monuments and attractions around the world.

Cairo Top Tours is the best way to spend a few days of paradise contemplating the beauty of the Nile River through a Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor.

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If you need to, you can renew your tourist visa for a longer period of time; however, you must do so by applying at the Mogamma building in Tahrir Square or at the comparable government offices in other well-known towns like Alexandria or Luxor.

The airport offers Wi-Fi, ATMs, and a post office.

Food and Drinks: Inside the terminal are coffee shops and eateries.
Shopping: There are gift shops and a duty-free section.
Secure luggage wrapping is available for transport. Go to the relevant airline's offices or the information desk at the airport if your luggage is missing.
Other Services: Playgrounds for kids, mosques, health care facilities, smoking spots, and pharmacies.

Aswan Airport (ASW) is the sole airport in the city.
 

We advise choosing Luxor over Aswan if you have five days to spend in Egypt because Luxor is home to more significant ancient Egyptian monuments than Aswan. Planning an itinerary for at least a week in Egypt is, however, much preferable. 3 days: Just travel to Cairo, perhaps with a day trip to Alexandria. 5 days - Luxor can and ought to be added.

Aswan Airport in Aswan, Egypt, offers stunning aerial views of the surrounding area. Notable landmarks and attractions include the Nile River, Aswan Dam, Philae Temple, and Unfinished Obelisk. The Nile River offers panoramic views of the desert landscape, with islands, feluccas, and riverside settlements. The Aswan High Dam, a significant engineering marvel, is visible from the airport, while the picturesque island of Philae offers a beautiful view of the goddess Isis. The cityscape of Aswan is characterized by vibrant markets, buildings, mosques, and crowded streets. The desert landscape offers stunning views of sandy dunes and rocky formations.

Aswan Airport is located in Aswan Governorate in southern Egypt. Specifically, Aswan International Airport is located about 16 kilometers southeast of Aswan city. This airport is an important gateway to Aswan's tourist area and serves domestic and international flights.

Aswan International Airport, located in the city of Aswan, southern Egypt, is an international tourist airport, serving the Nubia region in southern Egypt, in addition to Abu Simbel Airport, about 10 kilometers from the city, and is part of the Aswan Military Air Base.

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