Why go
- Town in the Red Sea Governorate, Egypt.
- Known for Red Sea beaches.
- Served by Marsa Alam International Airport (RMF).
History
Marsa Alam is a tourist town in south-eastern Egypt, located on the western shore of the Red Sea. It is described as a "popular" tourist destination. Marsa Alam is a relatively recently built town; its development began in 1995 through the investments of the Kuwaiti Al-Kharafi Group, which established the town and its initial facilities, resorts and infrastructure. Its growth was accelerated by the opening of Marsa Alam International Airport in 2003. Due to its crystal clear water and its white sandy beaches, it is also known as the "Egyptian Maldives."
Restaurants & places to go
Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 6 airlines, 4 direct destinations
- Air Berlin AB (A321) · 1 route: Duesseldorf
- Belair Airlines 4T (A320) · 1 route: Zurich
- Egyptair MS (Embraer 170) · 1 route: Cairo
- Helvetic Airways 2L (A319) · 1 route: Zurich
- Niki HG (A321) · 1 route: Vienna
- Swiss International Air Lines LX (A320) · 1 route: Zurich*
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
Where to stay
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Marsa Alam International Airport (RMF). Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: RMF has direct flights to 4 destinations on 6 airlines (incl. Zurich, Cairo, Duesseldorf, Vienna).
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Marsa Alam, Egypt. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.
Trains & rail
Private aviation
On-demand charter, jet cards and the semi-private scheduled carriers that serve this city.