Hurghada International Airport (HRG) is one of the busiest in Egypt, with direct flights from dozens of European cities — mostly by charter and low-cost airlines whose schedules change with the seasons. The good news: with a little flexibility, a return flight can cost less than a week of all-inclusive. Here is how to find it.
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Direct flights to Hurghada from the UK and Ireland
| From | Flight time | Typical airlines (seasonal) |
|---|---|---|
| London (Gatwick, Luton, Stansted) | ≈ 5 h 15 | easyJet, TUI, charter flights |
| Manchester | ≈ 5 h 30 | Jet2, easyJet, TUI |
| Birmingham, Bristol, East Midlands | ≈ 5 h 30 | Jet2, TUI, easyJet |
| Dublin | ≈ 5 h 30 | seasonal charters |
Routes and airlines change every season: always check on a comparison site. From other countries, see the language versions of this guide (flights from Germany, France, the Netherlands, Poland, Italy…).
How to pay less
- Be flexible on dates: a « whole month » search on a comparison site often shows differences of 30–50%.
- Avoid school holidays (Christmas, February half-term, Easter): prices can double.
- Compare package and separate booking: during holidays, packages (flight + hotel) are often cheaper; outside holidays, booking separately usually wins. Use our hotel selection to compare.
- Check the baggage: low-cost fares without hold luggage can become expensive. Many charter flights include 15–20 kg.
- Consider a connection via Cairo or Istanbul if there are no direct flights from your airport.
Arriving at Hurghada airport
- Visa: if you don’t have an e-visa, buy the visa on arrival (about USD 25) at the bank counters before passport control. Have cash in dollars or euros. Check the current rules for your nationality.
- Passport control and customs: fill in the arrival card if requested; drones are restricted in Egypt.
- Transfer: package holidays include it. Otherwise, take a pre-booked transfer or an official taxi: count roughly €10–15 to Hurghada town or the hotel strip and €20–35 to Makadi, Sahl Hasheesh or El Gouna (agree the price before).
Visa: e-visa or visa on arrival?
Both work for most European travellers. The e-visa is applied for online on the official portal (visa2egypt.gov.eg) a few days before departure and avoids the queue at the bank counter. The visa on arrival is just as valid. Beware of unofficial websites that charge high fees for the same e-visa. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months after arrival.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight to Hurghada?
About 5–5.5 hours from London or Manchester, and 4–5 hours from most cities in Western and Central Europe.
When are flights to Hurghada cheapest?
Generally in May–June and September–early December outside school holidays. Christmas, February half-term and Easter are the most expensive.
Which airport is Hurghada?
Hurghada International Airport (code HRG), about 5 km from the town centre and 15–40 minutes from most hotels.
Is it cheaper to book a package to Hurghada?
Often yes during school holidays; outside holidays, booking the flight and hotel separately is frequently cheaper. Compare both.
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