The airline dismissed the claims as “inaccurate,” asserting that its current operational policies are designed to prioritize the safe and affordable return of Egyptians stranded by current regional instability. Prioritizing stranded passengersIn response to the widespread cancellation of flights across the Middle East, EgyptAir has implemented an emergency flight schedule. The airline emphasized that its primary focus is the repatriation of passengers who hold existing EgyptAir bookings. Market-based pricing: These remaining seats are priced in alignment with current market rates offered by other regional and international carriers. These remaining seats are priced in alignment with current market rates offered by other regional and international carriers.

Source: Egypt Independent March 07, 2026 11:15 UTC