EgyptAir Student Discount Eligibility: A Comprehensive Guide

While airlines in North America may not always be the most generous with student discounts, European carriers are known for offering more options. This article explores the availability of student discounts on EgyptAir flights and provides related information.

Student Discounts on Flights: An Overview

Generally, discounts on flights are available for students and young adults. However, figuring out which airlines offer these discounts and whether you are eligible can be tricky.

EgyptAir Discounts and Promotions

Egyptair Coupons: Egyptair frequently offers coupons and promo codes. Recent promotions have included discounts such as 10% off the first order, up to 25% off deals, and even larger discounts of up to 70% on selected products. Keep an eye on the Egyptair website for current promotions.

EgyptAir and Miles&Smiles Program

Miles&Smiles members can earn Miles and Status Miles on flights operated by EgyptAir. Mileage accrual is determined based on the fare classes set by the operating airline. The percentage of flown Miles depends on the cabin class and booking class:

Business: C, D, J, Z - 150%
Economy: Y, B, M, Q, H, K - 100%
Economy: V, L - 25%

Booking classes not eligible for accrual: E, I, S, X, N, O, U, G, W, T, R.

On codeshare flights, the Turkish Airlines (THY) fare class indicated on the ticket may differ from the operating airline’s fare class. If the fare class designated by the operating airline does not qualify for mileage accrual, miles cannot be earned for that flight. It is advisable to retain your original boarding pass and a copy of your ticket until the Miles accrued from the flight appear on your Miles&Smiles account statement. The Miles&Smiles Program Terms and Conditions apply. Partner airlines reserve the right to change their flight destinations with prior notice. Some flights, as determined by the program partner, may not be eligible to earn Miles.

Unaccompanied Minors on EgyptAir

Traveling alone can be an exciting, adventurous experience for a young person. EGYPTAIR aims to provide safe, reliable, and comfortable travel for all travelers, especially young ones. Children travelling alone - without the supervision of a sibling of 16 years or older or a parent or guardian- are classified as unaccompanied minors. This includes children travelling in a different class or cabin to the sibling, parent or guardian. To book travel for an unaccompanied minor, you must contact your local EGYPTAIR office to complete an 'Unaccompanied Minor - UM' form before check-in. When flight for unaccompanied minors is booked online, you need to contact EGYPTAIR office in order to complete the required UM forms. Upon arrival, the parents/guardians mentioned in the unaccompanied minors form must meet the child at the airport of destination.

Unaccompanied minors are not allowed to travel with a pet in the cabin.
Unaccompanied minors shall not be seated on Emergency exit seats.
The fare for Unaccompanied Minors will be 100% of the applicable adult fare.

Young travellers over 12 and under 16 years old(YP): Young customers on his/her 12th birthday but under his/her 16th birthday will be accepted for unaccompanied travel and may be given unaccompanied minors treatment upon the request of their parents or guardians. Extra service charge is applicable and must be collected at the sales office. Young travelers shall not be seated on Emergency exit seats.

Unaccompanied minor service rates:

From Cairo / To Cairo Charge in USD

Africa: 100
Middle East: 100
Europe (except GVA & ZRH): 125
GVA & ZRH: 220
Far East: 150
United States of America & Canada: 175
Domestic flights (within Egypt): 25

For more details about “unaccompanied minor extra fees & charges” on connecting flights with other carriers please refer to the nearest EGYPTAIR office or travel agency.

General Guidelines for Unaccompanied Minors:

An authorized guardian delivers the minor/child at the airport of departure and must remain at the airport terminal till flight actual departure (airborne).
EGYPTAIR makes the final decision for accepting the unaccompanied minor / young travellers and EGYPTAIR has the right to refuse the carriage of them at any time, even after acceptance if the visible conditions of the escorting customers does not meet the escort travel requirements.
After landing, your child will be attended by EGYPTAIR ground staff, who will assist with arrival procedures. They will then hand your child to the person nominated by you to meet them.
Keep carry-on baggage to a minimum, and attach ID and contact information on or inside carry-on and checked baggage.

Inflight and Special Needs:

During the flight cabin crew will regularly check that your child is comfortable and entertained and all staff will be aware of their requirements.
Make sure your child knows of their travel plans and who is meeting them on arrival, also the importance of their passport and ticket.
Explain flight procedures to your child: kids traveling alone should speak only to EGYPTAIR agents if they need help or have questions.
They should never leave the airport, the gate area or the aircraft unless accompanied by an EGYPTAIR representative wearing a badge.
Be sure to let gate agents know if your child has any special needs.
If there is a change to your child’s itinerary en route, an agent will contact you.

Check-in Requirements:

Arrive at the airport at least 90 minutes prior to departure time for domestic flights and two hours prior to international flights.
You may not use web, mobile or self-service options to check-in an unaccompanied minor.

Baggage Allowance on EgyptAir

For safety and comfort, EGYPTAIR has provided baggage allowances for each class of service. Passengers with checked baggage exceeding the allowance stated below will be charged for excess baggage.

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What Can You Bring?

Planning ahead and packing properly can facilitate the screening process and ease your travel experience at the airport. Know what you can pack in your carry-on and checked baggage before arriving at the airport. Even if an item is generally permitted, it may be subject to additional screening or not allowed through the checkpoint if it triggers an alarm during the screening process, appears to have been tampered with, or poses other security concerns. The final decision rests with the security authorities on whether an item is allowed through the checkpoint. Any sharp objects in checked baggage should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury to baggage handlers and inspectors.

Important Baggage Notes:

kilogram per piece. This is in accordance with the local occupational safety rules.
kilogram will not be accepted and must be shipped separately as freight or cargo.
The allowed size of check-in baggage at KKIA (King Khaled International Airport): allowable size and weight shall not exceed (92x61x76cm) and 32 Kilograms each respectively. Exempted from the rule are golf bags, golf sticks, live animals, wheel chairs, baby trolleys and musical instruments.
For certain flights operated by small-size aircraft, restriction may apply.
Its valuation must exceed 1,000 special drawing rights (approximate equivalent of 1,200 euros). Declaration values may not exceed US$5,000 (or the equivalent thereof) per passenger.
A fee of 0.5% of the value declared by passengers will be applied and an excess luggage ticket will have to be issued.
Baggage through Check in is not allowed from international overseas stations to Cairo via domestic Stations in Egypt and Vice Versa
Luggage of declared value will not be accepted for transport on other companies' airlines, unless they consent thereto.

Code Share Flights:

As EGYPTAIR has partnerships with other airlines to offer you more destinations worldwide, and even if you've booked direct with EGYPTAIR, one or more of your flights may be operated by another airline. If your booking includes flights Codeshare flights, your baggage allowance may differ from the EGYPTAIR allowances above. For Code Share Flights on UNITED AIRLINES, UNITED AIRLINES allows 1 piece of cabin baggage and 1 personal item for all first, business and economy classes with a maximum dimension per piece of 19 x 31 x 53. This also applies to infants not occupying a seat.

Travel Restrictions for Egyptian Minors

Effective from 01st JAN 2024, Egyptian minors (Less than 18 Years) are not allowed to travel Outside Egypt to any Other Destination without their Guardian. In Case Minor (less than 18 Years) is travelling alone, He should obtain Prior Permission from Communication Dept. affiliated to General Administration of Passports, Immigration and Nationality.

In Regards to Minors in Sports Teams: Sports Teams with issued Decree from Ministry of Youth & Sports ( with A.R.E Stampختم النسر ) , they can travel without Prior Permission from Communication Dept. Sports Teams , Holding Letter from Game Federation ,should Obtain Prior Permission from Communication Dept.

Alternative Airlines Offering Student Discounts

Several other airlines provide student discounts that may be worth considering:

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Scandinavian Airlines (SAS): Offers flight discounts for young travelers aged 12 to 25.
Lufthansa: Offers discounted fares for students on both one-way and round-trip flights from selected countries. You must be at least 16 years old and either currently enrolled in a higher education institution or have proof of acceptance into one.
Air France: Offers special prices for students between 18 and 29 years old, who are full-time students enrolled in an educational institution. The student rate allows you to check up to two pieces of baggage, each weighing up to 23 kg, at no extra cost.
KLM: Offers cheaper flights for students; choose “Student” as your passenger type during booking.
Aegean Airlines: The GenAIRation Aegean program offers students and young adults between 18 and 25 a 15% discount on all international and domestic flights.
Turkish Airlines: Offers 20% on domestic flights, up to 15% on international transit flights, and up to 20% on flights between Turkey and Northern Cyprus.
Iberia: Runs a program called Iberia Joven, which provides flight discounts for young people and students. Passengers under 30 years old can receive a special rate with a 10% discount.
ITA Airways: Offers special fares for young adults aged 12 to 25 on the date of boarding.
Norwegian Air: Travelers aged between 12 and 25 can get a special discount on flights.
Virgin Atlantic: Offers a one-time student discount available until December 31, 2024.
United Airlines: offers flight discounts to young adults, providing a 5% discount on United Economy and Basic Economy seats. This discount applies to flights within the US and some international routes.
Air Canada: offers students a flight pass. It is a pre-paid package of four or six one-way flight credits in Economy Standard or Flex fare. To receive this discount, you must have a valid student ID, and passengers must be Aeroplan loyalty members.

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