Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Aswan travel guide

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You're Going to Love Aswan

With a population of 241,261, Aswan is the largest city in Aswan, Egypt by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Aswan deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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When to visit Aswan

Aswan in July
Estimated hotel price
£158
1 night at 3-star hotel
Aswan in July
Estimated hotel price
£158
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Aswan

Plane

When flying to Aswan, you’ll arrive at Aswan (ASW), which is located 16 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Aswan from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 14h 35m.

Plane

When flying to Aswan, you’ll arrive at Aswan (ASW), which is located 16 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Aswan from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 14h 35m.

Airports near Aswan

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Airlines serving Aswan

Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,242 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (349 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,899 reviews)
Oman Air
Excellent (91 reviews)
Air Cairo
Good (30 reviews)
Nile Air
Okay (17 reviews)
Nesma Airlines
Good (2 reviews)
AlMasria Airlines
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Where to stay in Aswan

From 5-star hotels such as the Tolip Aswan Hotel to great affordable options like the Obelisk Nile Hotel Aswan, Aswan offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £38 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £190 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Aswan

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Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
£318+
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Pyramisa Island Hotel Aswan
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£81+
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Mövenpick Resort Aswan
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£103+
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Obelisk Nile Hotel Aswan
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£68+
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Hiring a car in Aswan

Expect to pay £0.27 per litre in Aswan (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £3.14 and £4.18.

Expect to pay £0.27 per litre in Aswan (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £3.14 and £4.18.

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