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Egypt's private airline connecting you to the region.
Founded
2006
Headquarters
Cairo, Egypt
Nile Air is an Egyptian private airline established in the mid-2000s, operating scheduled and charter passenger services from its base in Cairo. It serves a network of domestic Egyptian routes as well as international destinations across the Middle East, Gulf region, and parts of Europe and Africa.
The airline has grown steadily since its launch, positioning itself as a key private-sector competitor in Egypt's aviation market alongside state-owned EgyptAir. Nile Air emphasizes affordable fares and regional connectivity, catering to both leisure and business travelers.
Operating under the IATA code NP and ICAO designator NIA with the callsign NILEBIRD, the carrier is regulated by the Egyptian Civil Aviation Authority and continues to expand its route network to meet growing demand for air travel to and from Egypt.
Hubs & network
Nile Air operates primarily out of Cairo International Airport as its main hub.
Fleet
Nile Air operates a fleet composed primarily of Airbus A320 family aircraft, including A320 and A321 variants.
Notable facts
- ›Nile Air is one of Egypt's leading private airlines, competing with the national carrier EgyptAir.
- ›The airline serves destinations across the Middle East, Gulf states, and parts of Europe.
- ›Nile Air operates both scheduled passenger services and charter flights.
- ›The carrier uses the radio callsign NILEBIRD for air traffic communications.
- ›Nile Air is regulated by the Egyptian Civil Aviation Authority (ECAA).
This profile is provided for general information only. Contact details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airline's official website before acting on them.
