EgyptAir will operate direct flights between Cairo and the Libyan city of Benghazi as of April 18.

Egypt’s air flag carrier company said a statement Wednesday that the operation of the flights is part its keenness to boost its presence in Africa.

The company chairman, Amr Abou El Enein, said the Egyptian flag carrier gives special importance to the strategic points including Benghazi to serve Egyptian expatriates and increase trade exchange between the two countries.

A daily fight will be operated between Cairo and Benghazi via modern Boeing 737-800 aircraft, said the statement.

The company urged its clients to contact its customer service center on 1717, accredited tour operators or its website for reservations.

Source: State Information Service Egypt