Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain – 15 January 2017 

Gulf Air the Kingdom of Bahrain’s national carrier has, effective 15th January, moved its Cairo operations to Terminal 2 at Cairo International Airport. From that date, all Gulf Air flights between Bahrain and Cairo – a total of 2 scheduled flights each day - will arrive and depart from Terminal 2.

Speaking of this development, Gulf Air Chief Executive Officer Mr. Maher Salman Al Musallam said: “We are delighted to commence operations to and from Cairo International Airport’s recently-opened Terminal 2 – further facilitating and enhancing passenger movement and comforts on the ground. All passengers travelling with Gulf Air can now enjoy a modern, efficient and passenger-friendly facility in Terminal 2. With the broad scope of facilities on offer we anticipate our passengers will be delighted with all that the terminal has to offer.”

Operating to the Arab Republic of Egypt since 1974, Gulf Air’s multiple daily flights allow for seamless same-day movement between Bahrain and Cairo while offering passengers excellent onward connectivity, via Bahrain International Airport, to and from key destinations in the GCC region, Indian Subcontinent and Europe. Gulf Air passengers can find further information about the national carrier’s Cairo operations by contacting the airline’s 24 hour Worldwide Contact Centre on (+973) 17373737 or visiting www.gulfair.com.

-Ends-

About Gulf Air
Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, commenced operations in 1950, becoming one of the first commercial airlines established in the Middle East. Today, Gulf Air is a major international carrier serving 40 cities in 23 countries spanning three continents. The airline operates one of the largest networks in the Middle East, with double daily flights or more to 10 regional cities, in addition to select destinations in the Indian Subcontinent and Europe, from its hub at Bahrain International Airport. Gulf Air serves all its destinations with a combination wide and narrow body fleet totalling 28 modern aircraft. Renowned for its traditional Arabian hospitality, evidenced by the airline’s signature family and business friendly products, Gulf Air is committed to being an industry leader and developing products and services that reflect the evolving needs and aspirations of its passengers.

Gulf Air connects Bahrain to the world and, as such, is a key national infrastructure asset, serving as a powerful driver for the economy and supporting the Kingdom’s on-going economic growth.

Gulf Air has been the Title Sponsor of the FORMULA 1 GULF AIR BAHRAIN GRAND PRIX ever since it made history as the first Formula 1 Grand Prix to be held in the Middle East in 2004. In addition, the airline has been Official Carrier of the biennial Bahrain International Airshow since it was first held in 2010.

For media enquiries, please contact:
Azza Mubarak Matar
Senior Manager Communications
Gulf Air Tel: +973 17338765 / +973 39652012
Email: Azza.Matar@gulfair.com

© Press Release 2017