Travelling from Hurghada Airport (HRG) to Cairo Airport (CAI): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Hurghada Airport to Cairo Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 20 minutes.
Cairo's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Hurghada.
Pack your suitcase and choose from 62 weekly Hurghada Airport to Cairo Airport flights.
Your HRG to CAI flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
You can fly nonstop to Cairo, Egypt. Book a ticket with one of these airlines that offer direct flights from Hurghada Airport to Cairo Airport:
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is EgyptAir.
Among carriers operating HRG to CAI flights, EgyptAir has the best record for on-time arrivals.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Hurghada Airport to Cairo Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between HRG and CAI:
Amman Queen Alia Airport
Madinah Airport
Sharm El Sheikh Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hurghada Airport (HRG) to Cairo Airport (CAI)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Hurghada Airport to Cairo Airport flight is RM158. A return fare right now is RM518. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from HRG to CAI, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The cheapest month for flights from Hurghada Airport to Cairo Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Hurghada Airport (HRG)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Hurghada Airport, 64% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Hurghada to Hurghada Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Expect a journey time of about 35 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Hurghada Airport to Cairo Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to HRG:
Arriving at Cairo Airport (CAI)
Consider staying in a hotel near CAI if you're catching a late Hurghada Airport to Cairo Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Cairo Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and explore beyond Cairo's main sights.
Booking your ride from Cairo Airport about one week ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
When to fly to Cairo Airport (CAI)
August is the busiest month for flights from Hurghada Airport to Cairo Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Cairo in March.
The warmest month in Cairo is July, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF). Book your flights from Hurghada Airport to Cairo Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from HRG to CAI in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
Explore more of Egypt
Alexandria is just one of the many places in Egypt waiting to be discovered once you've seen Cairo. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Bibliotheca Alexandria, Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach.
If you're looking to explore another side of Egypt, consider Port Said, about 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo. Suez Canal, Museum of Modern Art in Port Said and Zahir Mosque are the start of reasons to visit.