# Aswan International Airport

Aswan, Egypt

Built in 1956 and upgraded in the 1990s, Aswan International Airport sits about 16 kilometres southwest of the city. With a single long runway, it serves as the modern gateway to Aswan and the launch point for flights to distant Abu Simbel.

## Roots Earth

Roots Earth has a longer story for Aswan International Airport, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Coordinates: 23.964, 32.82

[City page](/cities/aswan)

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