{
  "id": 9755160,
  "title": "EgyptAir explains ticket pricing structure",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/25/egyptair-explains-ticket-pricing-structure",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-09-25T10:46:39.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Egypt Independent",
    "slug": "egypt-independent",
    "url": "https://www.egyptindependent.com/egyptair-explains-ticket-pricing-structure/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "EgyptAir has revealed the factors influencing its ticket pricing structure, with foreign currency expenses accounting for around 87 percent of its total operational costs. Captain Ahmed Adel, Chairman of the EgyptAir Holding Company, discussed the impact of exchange rates and international costs on ticket price adjustments during an interview on MBC Masr's El Hekaya program. Adel explained that ticket rates fluctuate based on seasonal demand throughout the year, and the airline offers promotional discounts of up to 50 percent during peak travel windows, such as year-end and Christmas holidays, to mitigate costs for travelers. Despite high foreign currency demands, EgyptAir has managed to return to substantial profitability and improve its global rankings. The national carrier has secured 46th place among the world's top airlines and ranked 20th globally for best cabin crew performance. Adel credited the success to the dedicated efforts of the airline's workforce and support from the Ministry of Civil Aviation. Additionally, EgyptAir has implemented an in-flight telemedicine project to enhance passenger safety, allowing doctors to connect with flight crews online to handle medical emergencies during flights. Currently, the airline transports approximately 11.4 million passengers annually.",
  "summary": "Foreign currency accounts for approximately 87 percent of EgyptAir’s total operational expenses, making exchange rates and international costs the primary drivers behind ticket price adjustments, according to Captain Ahmed Adel, Chairman of the EgyptAir Holding Company. Speaking during a telephone interview on the program El Hekaya (The Story) on MBC Masr, Adel addressed public debate … The post…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}