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Hurghada International Airport

Also known as: Hurghada Airport, HRG Airport.

HRG · HEGN · Hurghada

Airport facts

Name
Hurghada International Airport
IATA code
HRG
ICAO code
HEGN
City
Hurghada
Country
Egypt
Address
Airport Road, Hurghada, Red Sea Governorate, Egypt
Coordinates
27.1803, 33.8076
Time zone
Africa/Cairo
Terminals
Two separate terminal buildings, Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, both handling international flights

About Hurghada International Airport

Hurghada International Airport (HRG) is the airport for Hurghada and the resorts of Egypt's Red Sea coast, from El Gouna in the north to Sahl Hasheesh, Makadi Bay and Soma Bay in the south. It is Egypt's second-busiest airport after Cairo and handled about 9.6 million passengers in 2024.

Most flights are international and many are seasonal or charter. Air Cairo has the largest network, linking Hurghada with Cairo, Luxor and cities across Germany, Italy and Central Europe. Condor, TUI fly, Eurowings, easyJet, TUI Airways, Transavia, Wizz Air, Norwegian and Edelweiss bring travelers from Germany, the UK, France, the Netherlands, Scandinavia and Switzerland, while Egyptair flies to Cairo and Aeroflot, AJet, Pegasus, Saudia and Flynas connect Hurghada with Russia, Istanbul and Saudi Arabia.

The airport has two separate terminal buildings, Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, and two parallel runways.

It stands inland, about 5 km (3 miles) southwest of El Dahar, Hurghada's old town center. The hotels along Sheraton Road, Sekalla and the Village Road strip are a short drive away, El Gouna is about 30 to 35 minutes north, and Makadi Bay and Soma Bay lie about 25 to 45 minutes south along the coast road.

Airport operator, runways and traffic

Operator

Egyptian Airports Company, part of the state-owned Egyptian Holding Company for Airports and Air Navigation

Passengers per year

About 9.6 million in 2024

Runways

Two parallel runways, 16L/34R and 16R/34L, each 4,000 m

Terminals

Two separate buildings, Terminal 1 and Terminal 2

Arrival tips for Hurghada International Airport

Most travelers need a visa for Egypt. If you have not got an e-Visa in advance, buy a visa-on-arrival sticker at the bank counters in the arrivals hall before you join the passport control line; the same counters change money.

At passport control, show your passport with the visa. Lines can be long when several charter flights land together, so keep your passport, visa and hotel address at hand.

After passport control, collect your bags at baggage claim and pass through customs. Drones need a permit in Egypt, so leave them at home unless you have one.

Only travelers may enter the terminal, so drivers, hotel staff and tour representatives wait outside the arrivals exit. Taxis wait at the curb, and ride-hailing pickups are arranged in the app. If someone offers you a ride or help with your bags, a firm "no, thank you" is enough.

Egypt uses the Egyptian pound and is on Eastern European Time.

Ground transportation

A pre-booked transfer or a hotel transfer suits most travelers, since the resorts are spread along the coast.

  • Taxi from Hurghada airport

    Taxis wait at the curb outside arrivals. Agree the fare before you get in, as meters are rarely used, and the ride to central Hurghada takes about 15 minutes.

  • Uber

    Uber operates at Hurghada airport and can be reserved for your landing time. Waits can be longer at night and during busy charter arrivals.

  • Hotel and tour operator transfers

    Many package travelers are met by their tour operator or hotel outside the arrivals exit, often on a shared coach that stops at several hotels.

  • Private transfer

    A pre-booked driver meets you outside the arrivals exit and drives you straight to your hotel in Hurghada, El Gouna, Makadi Bay, Sahl Hasheesh or Soma Bay.

  • Car rental

    International and local car rental companies serve the airport. Driving is easiest on the main coast road; city traffic in Hurghada can be hectic.

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Moving between terminals

Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 are separate buildings with no airside connection, so allow extra time if you need to change terminals.

  1. Taxi

    A taxi from the curb outside either terminal is the simplest way across, especially with luggage.

  2. Walking

    You can walk between the buildings along the airport roads, but it is a long walk outside in the heat and not practical with bags.

Terminals

The two terminals are separate buildings. Check your booking or your airline for the terminal you fly from, as charter allocations can change by season.

Terminal 1

The newer terminal, opened in December 2014, on three levels with 72 check-in counters and 20 gates. It handles international scheduled and charter flights.

Terminal 2

The older terminal, renovated and reopened in 2019, with 72 check-in counters and airbridge and remote gates. It also handles international and charter flights.

Airlines and destinations

Many routes are seasonal or charter, and terminal allocations change by season, so check the terminal on your ticket.

Aeroflot

Krasnodar, Moscow Sheremetyevo, Saint Petersburg

AJet

Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen

Air Cairo

Basel/Mulhouse, Belgrade, Berlin, Bratislava, Budapest, Cairo, Cologne/Bonn, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Hannover, Leipzig/Halle, Luxor, Milan Malpensa, Munich and more

Condor

Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Munich, Stuttgart, Berlin (seasonal)

Corendon Airlines

Cologne/Bonn, Düsseldorf, Hamburg, Vienna, Salzburg (seasonal), Stuttgart (seasonal)

easyJet

Belfast International, Bristol, Glasgow, Liverpool, London Gatwick, London Luton, Manchester, Amsterdam (seasonal), Basel/Mulhouse (seasonal), Berlin (seasonal), Birmingham (seasonal), Edinburgh (seasonal), Geneva (seasonal), Lyon (seasonal), Paris Charles de Gaulle (seasonal) and more

Edelweiss Air

Zurich

Egyptair

Cairo, Budapest (seasonal), Prague (seasonal)

Eurowings

Düsseldorf, Berlin (seasonal), Cologne (seasonal), Graz (seasonal), Hamburg (seasonal), Hannover (seasonal), Prague (seasonal), Salzburg (seasonal), Stuttgart (seasonal)

Flynas

Jeddah (seasonal), Riyadh (seasonal)

Norwegian

Copenhagen (seasonal), Gothenburg (seasonal), Helsinki (seasonal), Oslo (seasonal), Stockholm Arlanda (seasonal)

Pegasus Airlines

Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen

Saudia

Jeddah (seasonal)

Smartwings

Prague, Brno (seasonal), Ostrava (seasonal)

Swiss

Geneva (seasonal)

Transavia

Amsterdam (seasonal), Bordeaux (seasonal), Lyon (seasonal), Marseille (seasonal), Nantes (seasonal), Paris Orly (seasonal)

TUI Airways

Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, East Midlands, London Gatwick, Manchester, Newcastle

TUI fly Belgium

Brussels, Ostend/Bruges (seasonal)

TUI fly Deutschland

Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Hannover, Munich, Stuttgart

TUI fly Netherlands

Amsterdam, Eindhoven

Wizz Air

Bratislava, Rome Fiumicino, Budapest (seasonal), London Luton (seasonal) and more

Facilities

  • Bank and currency exchange

    Bank counters in the arrivals hall sell visas on arrival and change money before passport control.

  • ATMs

    Cash machines are available in the terminals for Egyptian pounds.

  • Duty free

    Duty free shops are in the departures area past security.

  • Cafes and restaurants

    Cafes and fast-food outlets are in the departures area.

  • Prayer room

    A mosque and prayer areas are available for passengers.

  • Medical center

    A medical center in the terminal handles first aid and emergencies.

  • Wi-Fi

    Free Wi-Fi is available, with a short registration.

  • Car rental desks

    Car rental companies have desks at the airport for travelers who want to drive.

Airport lounges

  • Pearl Lounge, Terminal 1

    Airside past passport control and security, near Gate 30 on the second floor, open around the clock. Priority Pass members can enter, with a maximum stay of three hours; check current access rules before you fly.

Accessibility and passenger assistance

  • Requesting assistance

    Request help through your airline or tour operator at least 48 hours before you fly, so a wheelchair and staff are ready at the aircraft.

  • Reduced mobility

    Some stands are reached by bus rather than airbridge, so tell your airline if you cannot manage aircraft steps.

  • Service animals

    Check your airline's rules and Egypt's import requirements for animals well before you travel.

Parking

Terminal parking

Parking lots are in front of the terminals for drop-offs and longer stays. Check current rates at the entrance.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Hurghada airport from the city center?

Hurghada International Airport is about 5 km (3 miles) southwest of El Dahar, the old town center, and the drive takes about 15 minutes. The hotels on Sheraton Road, in Sekalla and along the Village Road strip are also close, usually 10 to 25 minutes away depending on traffic and where you are staying.

How far is Hurghada airport from El Gouna?

El Gouna is about 30 km north of Hurghada airport, a drive of about 30 to 35 minutes along the coast road. There is no public train, so travelers usually take a taxi, a hotel transfer or a pre-booked private car. El Gouna's hotels and marinas are spread out, so give the driver your full hotel name.

How far is Hurghada airport from Makadi Bay and Sahl Hasheesh?

Sahl Hasheesh is about 20 minutes south of Hurghada airport and Makadi Bay about 25 to 30 minutes, both along the coast road toward Safaga. Soma Bay is further on, about 40 to 45 minutes away. Most travelers reach these resorts by hotel transfer, taxi or pre-booked private car.

How many terminals does Hurghada airport have?

Hurghada airport has two terminals, Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, in separate buildings. Terminal 1 opened in 2014 with 72 check-in counters and 20 gates, and Terminal 2 was renovated and reopened in 2019. Both handle international and charter flights, so check your ticket or ask your airline which terminal you use.

Do I need a visa to enter Egypt at Hurghada?

Most visitors need a visa for Egypt. Many nationalities can buy a visa on arrival at the bank counters in the arrivals hall before passport control, or apply online for an e-Visa at visa2egypt.gov.eg before they fly. Your passport should be valid for at least six months, so check the rules for your nationality before you travel.

Where do I buy a visa on arrival at Hurghada airport?

Visas on arrival are sold at the bank counters in the arrivals hall, before you reach passport control. You pay in cash, usually in US dollars or euros, and receive a sticker for your passport. If you already have an e-Visa, skip the counters and go straight to the passport control line with your printout.

Which airlines fly to Hurghada?

Air Cairo has the largest network at Hurghada, with flights to Cairo, Luxor and many German and Central European cities. Condor, TUI fly, Eurowings, easyJet, TUI Airways, Wizz Air, Transavia and Norwegian bring travelers from across Europe, Egyptair flies to Cairo, and Aeroflot, Pegasus, AJet, Saudia and Flynas serve Russia, Istanbul and Saudi Arabia.

Is there a taxi stand at Hurghada airport?

Yes. Taxis wait at the curb outside the arrivals exit of both terminals. Meters are rarely used, so agree the fare with the driver before you get in and have the hotel name and area ready. Uber also operates at the airport and can be reserved in advance for your landing time.

Is there a bus from Hurghada airport?

There is no regular public bus service designed for airport passengers at Hurghada. Package travelers are usually met by their tour operator's coach, and independent travelers take a taxi, Uber or a pre-booked transfer. Local microbuses run on the main roads in town, but they are not practical with luggage.

Is there a lounge at Hurghada airport?

Yes. The Pearl Lounge in Terminal 1 is airside past passport control and security, near Gate 30 on the second floor, and is open around the clock. Priority Pass members can use it, with a maximum stay of three hours. Check the current access rules before you travel, as conditions can change.

Can I bring a drone to Egypt through Hurghada airport?

Not without a permit. Egypt restricts drones, and customs can hold a drone found in your luggage when you arrive. If you want to film from the air, arrange the permit well before you travel; otherwise leave the drone at home and rely on your phone or camera for photos.

What time zone is Hurghada in?

Hurghada is on Egypt's time, Eastern European Time (UTC+2), and switches to UTC+3 for summer daylight saving time. Flights from Western Europe arrive one or two hours ahead of the time at home, so set your watch on landing and check your hotel check-in time and pickup time in local time.

Can I get from Hurghada airport to Marsa Alam?

Yes, by road, but Marsa Alam is about 270 km south of Hurghada, a drive of roughly three and a half to four hours. Marsa Alam has its own international airport, so if you are staying near Marsa Alam, check whether a flight into that airport would be closer to your hotel.

Why book with Airport Transportation?

We provide private transportation from any airport to any hotel at the best price, and we are licensed with complete insurance liability.

Is the transportation private or shared?

Airport Transportation provides private transportation only, in vans, luxury SUVs, or semi-buses.

Are prices per person or per vehicle?

Prices on our website are per vehicle, not per person, based on a range of passengers.

How many people can a van carry?

Regular vans carry up to 9 passengers, semi-buses up to 16, and luxury SUVs up to 6 passengers.

How do I find you at the airport?

Walk all the way out of the airport. You'll see representatives holding boards. Look for the Airport Transportation logo or your name.

What kind of vehicles do you use?

Commonly Toyota Hiace, Volkswagen Transporter, Mercedes Sprinter, Volkswagen Crafter, Chevrolet Tahoe, and Chevrolet Suburban.

Do you have insurance?

Yes. We carry insurance with complete liability for all passengers while using our services.

Do you provide baby seats?

Baby seats are provided with prior notice, subject to availability, one seat maximum per vehicle.

How far in advance should I book?

You can book any time in advance; we suggest one week to one day ahead. Same-day reservations are available.

What payment methods are accepted?

PayPal is our main payment method; a cash option is also available when booking through our website. Credit cards are accepted through PayPal.

Do vehicles have air conditioning?

Yes. For your comfort all our units have air conditioning.

What if my flight is delayed?

During booking we ask for your airline and flight number so we can track delays and wait for you.

Can I make stops during my ride?

Yes, you can add an extra stop to your service during the booking process.

Do children pay differently than adults?

No. Prices are set per passenger range or per vehicle, not per age.

Is my reservation refundable?

Yes. Cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before your pick-up and you are refunded in full. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before service are not refundable.

Do drivers speak English?

Yes. While their English may not be native-level, drivers have the skills to communicate with passengers.

Are tips mandatory?

Tips are not mandatory but are highly recommended; drivers earn them through service quality.

What currencies are accepted?

All prices are in USD. Via PayPal you can pay in almost any currency; cash payments accept USD only.

Are pets allowed?

We can transport domestic pets kept in cages that fit in a normal vehicle.

Is there room for luggage?

Yes. There is plenty of room for one suitcase and one carry-on per person.

What is included in the price?

Every private transfer includes a professional, licensed driver; an insured, well-maintained vehicle; real-time flight monitoring; meet-and-greet service at arrivals; and door-to-door service with no hidden fees added after booking. Your fixed price covers the full route to your destination.

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