Travelling from Chicago to Hurghada International Airport (HRG): What you need to know
Hurghada is eight hours ahead of Chicago. Hurghada International Airport is located in Hurghada, which is in the UTC+2 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Chicago to HRG.
Hopping on a plane during a peak month like July? High seasons (like Christmas and New Year) can easily add another hour at security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Chicago to HRG with a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between ORD and HRG include:
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Amman Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
The journey from central Chicago to ORD takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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When it comes to the on-time performance of Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
On public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 16 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 25 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Chicago to HRG flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Chicago Midway International Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76%.
The street address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is around 145 kilometres from central Chicago. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 40 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey time of around 2 hours.
Make catching an early Chicago to Hurghada International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to your check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights get to their destinations within the expected time frame. At RFD, that rate is 71%.
The address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to Hurghada International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near HRG instead:
Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Chicago to Hurghada International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Hurghada International Airport (HRG) to central Hurghada
Hurghada International Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Hurghada. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
Currently, RM1,879 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Hurghada International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM3,582. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Chicago to HRG, book ahead. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
April is the most popular month for flights from Chicago to Hurghada International Airport (HRG). Visit Hurghada in December if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Lock in a Chicago to HRG plane ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Hurghada to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Hurghada International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Hurghada
Start your Hurghada trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Chicago to Hurghada International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Hurghada and Hurgada are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Hurghada to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Hurgada marina.
Explore more of Egypt
Hurghada has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Egypt waiting to be explored. Around 209 kilometres southwest of Hurghada, a trip to Luxor will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Valley of the Kings, Temple of Karnak and Luxor Temple.
Another worthwhile stop in Egypt, Sohag is roughly 225 kilometres west of Hurghada. Be sure to visit highlights including Pharaonic obelisk.