Alexandria,Egypt.

Most international visitors fly into Cairo International Airport (CAI) and connect to Alexandria by road or rail — the most practical gateway. Egypt's national railway (ENR) runs frequent express services between Cairo Ramses Station and Alexandria Misr Station; the journey takes roughly 2–2.5 hours with first-class fares around EGP 50 and second-class around EGP 35. Premium coach companies (Superjet, West & Middle Delta Bus Company) also link the two cities in about 3 hours for a modest fare; budget minibuses depart from outside Cairo's Ramsis Station for approximately EGP 140 (as of October 2025), though they can be cramped and crowded. By car, both the Agriculture Road and the Desert Road connect Cairo and Alexandria in around 3 hours. Alexandria's own Borg El Arab International Airport (HBE), roughly 45 km southwest of the city, handles some domestic and charter flights but has limited international connectivity.

Alexandria's most iconic way to travel locally is its historic tram network — one of the world's oldest, dating to 1863 — running 20 lines across 32 km with 140 stops. Trams operate from 5:30 AM to midnight approximately every 15 minutes; fares range from EGP 2 for a standard ride up to EGP 5.5 for air-conditioned carriages (as of 2025). They're charming and cheap but slow. For speed and convenience, Uber, InDrive, and Careem all operate in Alexandria; a typical 20-minute taxi or app ride costs around EGP 30–40. City buses (APTA) serve the Corniche and main corridors for EGP 3–10 per ride, while shared microbuses fill gaps throughout the city. The Corniche and historic centre are pleasant to explore on foot. Note that the Raml tram line is undergoing a major rehabilitation contract signed in May 2025, so some disruptions are possible.

Alexandria enjoys a true Mediterranean climate — mild, sea-cooled winters and warm but breezy summers — making it far more comfortable year-round than Cairo or Upper Egypt. The sweet spots are spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November), when daytime temperatures hover between 20–25 °C, gardens burst with colour, and tourist crowds are manageable. Spring is widely considered the top pick: hotels are quieter, outdoor sightseeing is a pleasure, and the sea begins warming for swimming by May. Autumn brings a similarly relaxed pace, and the Alexandria International Film Festival typically takes place in September, adding a cultural highlight. The October–April window is also excellent for museum-hopping and walking the Corniche. Summers (June–August) are hot and humid — temperatures can exceed 35 °C — but Alexandrians themselves flock to the beaches, meaning coastal areas are lively and accommodation prices spike; the city's Mediterranean breeze makes it more bearable than the Egyptian interior. Winter (December–February) sees daytime highs of 20–22 °C and some rainfall, but remains comfortable for sightseeing. Beware the khamsin — hot, dusty desert winds that blow through March and April — which can temporarily reduce air quality and visibility.