Terminal & Facilities
El Alamein International Airport operates a single passenger terminal, built to a compact scale suited to seasonal resort traffic rather than a major year-round hub. Exact throughput figures are disputed between sources (reported as either roughly 300 or 600 passengers per hour), so we do not publish a specific number — see our fact-checking policy for how we handle disputed figures.
What a single-terminal airport means for passengers
- Check-in, security, and gates are typically within a short, compact walk of each other — useful during a tight connection, but it also means the terminal has limited capacity to absorb delays during peak departure banks.
- Facilities such as food, retail, and lounges are more limited than at a major hub. Confirm with your airline or a recent traveler review what is currently open, since seasonal facilities may not operate year-round.
- During peak summer weeks, expect higher passenger density relative to the terminal's compact size.
Accessibility
We have not been able to verify specific accessibility services (wheelchair assistance procedures, accessible restroom locations, or assistance-animal policies) from an official source. If you need accessibility support, contact your airline directly before travel — they coordinate ground assistance with the airport on your behalf. See our accessibility statement for how this site itself is built to be accessible.
Runway and airfield (for reference)
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Runway | 1, designation 13/31 |
| Length | 3,499 m (11,479 ft) |
| Surface | Asphalt concrete |
| Elevation | 44 m (143 ft) above mean sea level |
Before you go
Pair this page with check-in and security and baggage guide for a fuller picture of the passenger journey, and with parking and pickup if someone is meeting you landside.