Hurghada Airport (HRG)

Overview

Hurghada International Airport is one of the main gateways (along with Sharm El-Sheikh) to Egypt's popular Red Sea resorts, and handles millions of passengers each year. The airport offers all the basic facilities travellers might expect, as well as a number of duty-free stores and restaurants. It has been modernised and expanded fairly recently.

Location

Hurghada Airport is located seven miles (12km) south of the city of Hurghada El Dahar.

Getting to the city

Taxis are available outside the terminal building but rates should be negotiated before entering the taxi. The journey time to Hurghada El Dahar (downtown) is approximately 20 minutes. Travellers can also find transfers from the airport to town by minivan or bus; minibuses are available outside the airport, leaving once full.

Time

GMT +2

Contacts

Tel: +20 65 341 4213.

Car rental

Car hire is available at the airport.

Parking

The airport's single parking lot offers both short-term and long-term parking.

Internet

Unlimited free wifi is available.

Business Lounges

The airport's VIP lounge offers snacks and magazines, however the business and conference facilities are limited.

Hurghada Airport Taxis: the taxi fares above are intended as a guideline only.