Travelling from Cairo Airport (CAI) to Hurghada Airport (HRG): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Cairo Airport to Hurghada Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 15 minutes.
Hurghada's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Cairo.
There are 61 Cairo Airport to Hurghada Airport flights every week to choose from.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your CAI to HRG flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
You can fly nonstop to Hurghada, Egypt. Prepare for takeoff with one of these carriers that operate direct flights from Cairo Airport to Hurghada Airport:
Air Cairo is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Among carriers operating CAI to HRG flights, EgyptAir has the best record for on-time arrivals.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cairo Airport to Hurghada Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between CAI and HRG:
Amman Queen Alia Airport
Sharm El Sheikh Airport
Marsa Alam Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo Airport (CAI) to Hurghada Airport (HRG)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Cairo Airport to Hurghada Airport flight is $68. A return ticket is currently $156. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from CAI to HRG. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Cairo Airport to Hurghada Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
Finding cheap flights from CAI to HRG is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Cairo Airport to Hurghada Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Cairo Airport (CAI)
When it comes to Cairo Airport's on-time performance, 65% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Cairo Airport from central Cairo, it'll take around 45 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Looking for a handy hotel close to CAI? If you're boarding an early flight from Cairo Airport to Hurghada Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Hurghada Airport (HRG)
Consider booking a hotel near HRG if you're catching a late Cairo Airport to Hurghada Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Hurghada Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Auto-Union or Alamo and chase adventure across Hurghada and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Hurghada Airport about two weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Hurghada Airport (HRG) to central Hurghada
From Hurghada Airport, Hurghada is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Hurghada Airport (HRG)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Cairo Airport to Hurghada Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Hurghada. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Cairo Airport to Hurghada Airport for August if you want to visit Hurghada during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CAI to HRG sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Egypt
Hurghada has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Egypt waiting to be discovered. Around 402 kilometres north-west of Hurghada, a trip to Cairo will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Gizeh Plateau, TUTANKHAMUN'S TREASURE and River Nile.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Egypt, consider Giza, roughly 402 kilometres north-west of Hurghada. Great Sphinx of Giza, Great Pyramid of Giza and Khufu Pyramid are key highlights.