Airports in The Sinai Peninsula And The Red Sea
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 one 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 three miles (5km) 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. Drivers often prefer to be paid in US Dollars, Euros or British Pounds. The journey time to Hurghada El Dahar (downtown) is approximately 20 minutes. You 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 65 344 2592.
Hurghada Airport Taxis: the taxi fares above are intended as a guideline only.
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