Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Hurghada International Airport (HRG): what you need to know
Hurghada's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Riga.
Leave plenty of time to catch your RIX to HRG flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Riga International Airport to Hurghada International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between RIX and HRG include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Hamburg Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
$168 is the lowest price for a one-way Riga International Airport to Hurghada International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $526. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from RIX to HRG if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for a flight from Riga International Airport to Hurghada International Airport.
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Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Riga International Airport to Hurghada International Airport.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
71.03% of flights that depart Riga International Airport land at their destination on time.
To get to Riga International Airport from central Riga, it takes about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Riga International Airport to Hurghada International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near RIX:
Arriving at Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
Consider staying in a hotel near HRG if you have a late Riga International Airport to Hurghada International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Hurghada International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Auto-Union or Alamo and see more of Hurghada and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Hurghada International Airport about two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Hurghada International Airport (HRG) to central Hurghada
Hurghada International Airport to central Hurghada has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
When to fly to Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Riga International Airport to Hurghada International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Hurghada. If you want a quieter vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from Riga International Airport to Hurghada International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Hurghada during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RIX to HRG in January. Temperatures average between 12ºC (54ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.
Explore more of Egypt
You've seen Hurghada, now it's time to explore other parts of Egypt. Travel about 402 kilometres north-west to Cairo to check off its leading attractions. From giza pyramids to Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 402 kilometres north-west of Hurghada, Giza is another favourite stop in Egypt. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Giza Plateau, Star Card and street Nadi Alsaeed.