Flights to Hurghada(HRG)
Red Sea paradise — world-class diving, year-round sun, and all-inclusive beach resorts
Flights to Hurghada start from $120 roundtrip, with November being the cheapest month to fly. Hurghada International Airport (HRG) serves 50+ direct international routes from cities including London (5h 30m) and Berlin (4h 30m). Book on Travorio and pay with Bitcoin, Ethereum, or 100+ cryptocurrencies, or split into 4 interest-free payments with Sezzle.
Quick Facts — Flights to Hurghada
Avg. Roundtrip
$120–$400
Cheapest Month
November
~$120 avg
Direct Flight
5h 30m
50+ routes
Airport
HRG
5 km from center
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Cheapest Time to Fly to Hurghada
Monthly price guide — cheapest in November (~$120 avg roundtrip)
Best time to book: 4-8 weeks before departure
| Month | Avg. Price | Demand | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | $160 | medium | Cool season (18°C). Winter sun destination. |
| February | $150 | medium | Half-term demand from UK. Still cool. |
| March | $170 | medium | Warming up (22°C). Spring break. |
| April | $200 | high | Easter holidays. Perfect water temp for diving. |
| May | $180 | medium | Getting hot (30°C). Shoulder pricing. |
| June | $220 | high | Summer starts. European holidays begin. |
| July | $280 | peak | Peak season. Hot (35°C+) but beach resorts popular. |
| August | $300 | peak | Most expensive. UK/EU school holidays. |
| September | $200 | medium | Schools back. Prices drop sharply. |
| October | $170 | medium | October half-term push. Still warm (28°C). |
| NovemberCHEAPEST | $120 | low | Cheapest month. Still swimmable (24°C). |
| December | $200 | high | Christmas demand. Winter sun escape. |
January
$160
medium demand
February
$150
medium demand
March
$170
medium demand
April
$200
high demand
May
$180
medium demand
June
$220
high demand
July
$280
peak demand
August
$300
peak demand
September
$200
medium demand
October
$170
medium demand
November
$120
low demand
December
$200
high demand
Airlines Flying to Hurghada
6 direct routes and 0 connecting options
6 airlines offer direct flights to Hurghada, with TUI Airways providing the most frequent service from London Gatwick.
| Airline | From | Direct? | Duration | Price Range | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TUI Airways | London Gatwick | Direct | 5h 30m | $150-$400 | 3x weekly |
| easyJet | London Gatwick | Direct | 5h 25m | $80-$280 | 2x weekly |
| Wizz Air | London Luton | Direct | 5h 20m | $60-$220 | 3x weekly |
| Jet2 | Manchester | Direct | 5h 30m | $120-$350 | 2x weekly |
| Condor | Frankfurt | Direct | 5h | $100-$300 | 3x weekly |
| EgyptAir | Cairo | Direct | 1h | $60-$130 | Daily |
TUI Airways
DirectFrom London Gatwick|5h 30m|$150-$400
easyJet
DirectFrom London Gatwick|5h 25m|$80-$280
Wizz Air
DirectFrom London Luton|5h 20m|$60-$220
Jet2
DirectFrom Manchester|5h 30m|$120-$350
Condor
DirectFrom Frankfurt|5h|$100-$300
EgyptAir
DirectFrom Cairo|1h|$60-$130
Flights to Hurghada by City
Compare prices and flight times from major departure cities
London
LGW · UK
From $180·5h 30m
Berlin
BER · Germany
From $150·4h 30m
Manchester
MAN · UK
From $200·5h 30m
Warsaw
WAW · Poland
From $130·4h
Cairo
CAI · Egypt
From $70·1h
Frankfurt
FRA · Germany
From $160·5h
Moscow
SVO · Russia
From $200·5h
Amsterdam
AMS · Netherlands
From $170·5h 15m
Hurghada Airport Guide
Hurghada International Airport (HRG) — 5 km from city center
Hurghada International Airport
HRG · 5 km from center · Primary
Hotel shuttle (usually free), taxi (EGP 100-200/$2-4), Uber limited
Getting from HRG to Hurghada
Hotel Shuttle
Usually free10-30 minutesMost all-inclusive resorts provide complimentary airport transfers. Confirm when booking.
Taxi
EGP 100-200 ($2-4)10-20 minutesAirport to New Hurghada strip. Negotiate price first.
Minibus (Inter-Resort)
EGP 20-50 ($0.40-1)VariesLocal minibuses run along the tourist strip. Wave them down.
Boat Transfer (El Gouna)
EGP 150-300 ($3-6)30 minutesWater taxi between Hurghada marina and El Gouna.
GoToBus (Cairo)
EGP 400-700 ($8-14)5-6 hoursComfortable intercity buses to Cairo. GoBus is the best operator. Book via app.
Local tip: Most resorts are all-inclusive so you rarely need transport. For excursions (diving, desert safari, Luxor day trip), book through your resort or a reputable local agency. Haggle for everything outside the resort.
Hurghada Travel Essentials
Red Sea paradise — world-class diving, year-round sun, and all-inclusive beach resorts
Hurghada is Egypt's premier Red Sea resort city and one of the world's best diving destinations. The warm, crystal-clear waters are home to over 200 coral reef species and 1,000+ fish species. Beyond diving, Hurghada offers affordable all-inclusive beach resorts, desert quad biking, and snorkeling with dolphins at Dolphin House reef. It's Egypt's answer to sun-and-sea holidays — warm year-round, remarkably affordable, and just 5 hours from London.
Top Things to Know About Hurghada
Giftun Islands — national park with pristine snorkeling beaches, glass-bottom boat trips from the marina ($25)
Dolphin House reef — swim with wild spinner dolphins at Abu Mingar reef, a 1-hour boat ride from Hurghada
Red Sea diving — 200+ dive sites including the SS Thistlegorm wreck (WWII British munitions ship) and Elphinstone reef
Desert safari — quad biking, camel rides, and Bedouin dinner under the stars from EGP 500 ($10)
El Gouna — Egypt's luxury lagoon town 25 km north, with canals, golf, and a kitesurfing scene
Climate
Desert — hot and dry year-round. Summer (Jun-Sep, 35-40°C), winter (Dec-Feb, 18-25°C). Almost no rain. Sea temp: 22-29°C.
Best Time to Visit
Year-round destination. September-November for warm sea, low prices, and no crowds; winter for escape from European cold
Currency
Egyptian Pound (EGP). ~EGP 50 = $1 USD. Cards at resorts; cash for the souk and excursions.
Language
Arabic (Egyptian). English and German widely spoken in tourist areas (large German expat community).
Time Zone
EET (UTC+2) — same as Cairo
Visa
UK/US/EU citizens: e-visa ($25 at visa2egypt.gov.eg) or visa on arrival ($25). Apply online to skip queues. Some nationalities eligible for free Sinai-only visa (not applicable for Hurghada).
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Flights to Hurghada — FAQ
What is the cheapest month to fly to Hurghada?
November is typically the cheapest ($120 avg roundtrip from London). September ($200 avg) is also great value. Peak pricing in July-August ($280-300 avg). Budget airlines (Wizz Air from $60, easyJet from $80) make Hurghada one of the cheapest Red Sea destinations to reach.
How long is the flight to Hurghada from London?
Direct flights take approximately 5 hours 20-30 minutes. TUI, easyJet, Wizz Air, and Jet2 all fly direct from various UK airports. Hurghada is one of the UK's most popular winter sun destinations.
Which airlines fly to Hurghada?
From the UK: TUI (Gatwick), easyJet (Gatwick), Wizz Air (Luton), Jet2 (Manchester/various). From Europe: Condor (Frankfurt), LOT (Warsaw), Corendon (Amsterdam). EgyptAir connects from Cairo (1h). Hurghada has 50+ direct routes.
Do I need a visa for Hurghada?
Yes. UK/US/EU citizens need a visa ($25). Get an e-visa at visa2egypt.gov.eg or on arrival at Hurghada airport. E-visa is faster. Note: the free Sinai-only visa does NOT cover Hurghada.
Can I pay for Hurghada flights with cryptocurrency?
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Can I visit Luxor from Hurghada?
Yes. Day trips to Luxor (Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple) run daily from Hurghada — approximately 4 hours by bus ($40-60) or 1 hour by chartered flight ($150+). The bus leaves very early (4am) and returns by evening. Worth the early start.
Is Hurghada good for diving?
Hurghada is one of the world's top diving destinations. 200+ dive sites including the SS Thistlegorm wreck (WWII), Elphinstone reef (oceanic whitetip sharks), and Giftun Island reefs. PADI courses from $250 for Open Water. Visibility: 20-40m year-round.