Egyptian airliner suspends charter flight Baku-Sharm-al-Sheikh
By Laman Ismayilova
Egyptian charter airline Air Cairo has suspended flights on the route Baku-Sharm El-Sheikh, the company's representation in Baku told Trend.
The company explained its decision with the low demand in this flight. The company noted that the flights will be resumed on August 1.
The tickets for the four-hour flight cost approximately $350. The company operated flights once a week.
Before, Airfare for the Baku-Sharm el-Sheikh flight on the Airbus A320 aircraft on both sides was $300.
The main reason for low demand for the flights in that direction is believed to be the unstable political situation in Egypt. However, the last devaluation of Azerbaijani national currency manat can also be another reason for low demand.
Previously, Azerbaijan’s State Civil Aviation Administration reported that opening of regular flights to Egypt would be possible if all necessary security regulations are taken.
Currently the number of Azerbaijani tourists travelling to Egypt is not high. However, it is estimated that the number of tourists from Azerbaijan will increase since Sharm el Sheikh is one of the most popular destinations for tourists in the Arabic world.
Air Cargo airline was established in 2003. Main base of the Airline is Cairo International Airport. The airline successfully passed the IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) for the fifth time in sequence and joined IATA by the end of August 2015.
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