Mediterranean and North Africa

Türkiye – Egypt freight and transport

A short sea leg and frequent sailings make Egypt one of the fastest markets to reach in the Mediterranean.

  • Sea Freight · 4–8 days
  • Air Freight · 1–3 days
Map of the Wislog international freight network Egypt Gebze

Egypt trades intensively with Türkiye in textile raw materials, chemicals, machinery, automotive components, construction materials and non-food consumer goods. Alexandria and Damietta serve the Mediterranean coast, Ain Sokhna the Red Sea, while Port Said is the transhipment hub at the northern entrance to the Suez Canal.

Wislog Logistics combines full container (FCL), groupage (LCL) and Ro-Ro options on this lane. The short transit makes it a fast alternative whenever a production schedule tightens. For chemicals and aerosols, IMDG classification and document checks are completed before loading.

Route and operations

Vessels leaving Turkish ports cross the Eastern Mediterranean to Alexandria, Damietta and Port Said in an estimated 4–8 days. Sailings to Ain Sokhna on the Red Sea take longer. Air freight takes an estimated 1–3 days.

Estimated transit time
Transport modeEstimated transit time
Sea Freight 4–8 days
Air Freight 1–3 days

Transit times are average figures and may vary depending on route, season, customs procedures and loading conditions. Please contact our operations team for up-to-date planning.

Main cities served

  • Cairo
  • Alexandria
  • Giza
  • Port Said
  • Suez
  • Damietta
  • Tanta
  • Ismailia

Ports and terminals we work with

We plan your shipments through the ports, air cargo gateways and inland terminals below.

  • Alexandria
  • Port Said
  • Damietta
  • Ain Sokhna
  • El Dekheila
  • Cairo Air Cargo

Frequently asked questions

How long does a container take to Egypt?

Estimated ocean transit to Alexandria and Damietta is 4–8 days, among the shortest on our Mediterranean services.

Do you bring cargo from Egypt to Türkiye?

Yes. We carry raw materials, textiles and chemicals from Egyptian ports into Türkiye and manage customs and inland distribution.

Our services on the Egypt route

Let’s plan the most suitable mode together, based on your cargo type, volume and delivery expectations.

Get a quote for your Egypt shipment

Share the loading and delivery addresses, cargo type and volume, and our operations team will offer you the most suitable solution.