Launched in 1933, EgyptAir is the oldest airline in the Middle East. It operates from a hub in Cairo and flies to Europe, Asia, Africa, South America and North America. It is recognized as the national flag bearer of Egypt and is fully owned by the government. Flight routes are available to over 45 countries and the most frequently visited are Saudi Arabia, Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates.

EgyptAir is a member of Star Alliance and offers an extensive network of connected services through partnerships with airlines such as United Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Air Canada and Air China. It also increases the number of flights offered in the Middle East by making codeshare agreements with other airlines such as Etihad Airways and Gulf Air. Many of its subsidiaries such as Air Cairo, Air Sinai and EgyptAir Express are also airline compatible.

Its fleet consists of Boeing and Airbus aircraft and prefers narrow-body, short-haul jets. Models such as the Boeing 737-800 and Airbus A320 are commonly used. The tails of the planes have the head of a falcon as a tribute to the Egyptian mythology figure Horus. Many aircraft in the fleet have special decorations that celebrate things like the Egypt National Football Team, the Africa Cup of Nations tournament and 85 years of EgyptAir service.

Customers can choose between Economy and Business Class. In the business section, passengers are offered a gift set including socks, eye mask and earplugs. On evening flights, the lights are dimmed and a star pattern is projected onto the ceiling of the cabin.