EgyptAir announced plans to add two major new US routes in 2026, with nonstop flights from Cairo to both Los Angeles and Chicago, but those routes are now official and flight schedules published.
EgyptAir is expected to operate both routes with the Airbus A350-900 with 30 seats in business class and 310 in economy class. The business class seat will be similar to the 787-9, though it will include closing doors and updated technology. I flew that product from Washington Dulles to Cairo in business class and reviewed it here, then from Cairo to London in economy class and reviewed it here.
When it comes to Los Angeles, EgyptAir won’t be alone. Royal Air Maroc is also launching service to Los Angeles (from Casablanca) and will compete with EgyptAir for connecting traffic from Northern Africa.
A great solo travel tip spotted this week on Live and Let's Fly.
