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Upper Egypt's principal gateway serving the Nile Valley region.
Location
Asyut, Egypt
Asyut International Airport (IATA: ATZ, ICAO: HEAT) is located near Asyut, the largest city in Upper Egypt and a major commercial and administrative hub along the Nile. The airport serves both domestic and limited international routes, connecting Asyut to Cairo and select regional destinations.
The airport has historically been an important facility for the Asyut Governorate, supporting civilian travel as well as military operations, as it shares infrastructure with Egyptian Air Force activities. Passenger volumes remain modest compared to Egypt's major international hubs such as Cairo International Airport.
Efforts to develop and modernize the airport have been part of Egypt's broader aviation infrastructure improvement plans, aimed at boosting tourism and economic development in Upper Egypt.
Terminals
The airport operates a single passenger terminal handling both domestic and international traffic.
Getting to & from
Passengers typically access the airport via private taxi or road transport, as the airport is situated a short distance from the city center of Asyut.
Airlines here
EgyptAir is the primary carrier operating services through Asyut International Airport.
Notable facts
- ›Asyut International Airport shares its facilities with Egyptian Air Force military operations.
- ›The airport serves Asyut Governorate, one of the most populous regions in Upper Egypt.
- ›ICAO code HEAT reflects the airport's location in Egypt (HE prefix) at Asyut.
- ›The airport supports limited international routes in addition to domestic Egyptian services.
- ›Asyut is approximately 375 kilometers south of Cairo along the Nile Valley.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
