Flying from Hurghada International Airport (HRG) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for around 1 hour 9 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Hurghada International Airport to Cairo International Airport. Hurghada and Cairo share the same timezone (UTC+2).
Each week, there are 80 flights from Hurghada International Airport to Cairo International Airport. The first departure from HRG to CAI is at 00:00 and the latest is at 23:59.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
EgyptAir has direct flights from Hurghada International Airport to Cairo International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Cairo — and maybe even more of Egypt if you have time.
If you'd like a stopover for your flight from Hurghada International Airport to Cairo International Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and look at all your options. These are the most popular stopovers between HRG and CAI:
Queen Alia International Airport
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport
Sharm El Sheikh Airport
For a domestic flight within Egypt, you won't need a passport or visa. However, you'll have to present another kind of identity document, such as a driver's license or ID card. Once you've landed your cheap ticket from HRG to CAI, make sure your ID is valid before you travel.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hurghada International Airport (HRG) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
ج.م. 1,692 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Hurghada International Airport to Cairo International Airport. A return flight starts from ج.م. 3,656. These fares can change based on availability.
To snag cheap flight tickets from HRG to CAI, book your trip 9 months before the departure date.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Hurghada International Airport to Cairo International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
Central Hurghada to Hurghada International Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 22 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Got an early flight from Hurghada International Airport to Cairo International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near HRG:
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Consider booking a hotel close to CAI if you're catching a late flight from Hurghada International Airport to Cairo International Airport. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
Cairo International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of Cairo. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 31 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour and 26 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Hurghada International Airport to Cairo International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Cairo. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Hurghada International Airport to Cairo International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Cairo, with temperatures ranging from 22 ºC to 40 ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 8 ºC and 22 ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from HRG to CAI sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Cairo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Cairo right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from HRG to CAI:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Giza pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Cairo itinerary.
Complete your Cairo trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Cairo International Airport — next up is finding a place to stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Cairo.