Travelling from Hurghada International Airport (HRG) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
A direct flight from Hurghada International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport takes an average of 2 hours 56 minutes. The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, so it's 1 hour ahead of Hurghada.
Flights from Hurghada International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport start at 02:05 — the earliest with Turkish Airlines. The latest flight in the day is the 06:05 service with Turkish Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 10 services every week between HRG and IST.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Turkish Airlines is your gateway to discovering Istanbul (and perhaps some other great corners of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Look through the direct flights from Hurghada International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport offered by this popular carrier.
We make it a cinch to get a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for flights from Hurghada International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between HRG and IST are:
Skopje International Airport
Queen Alia International Airport
Cairo International Airport
Before booking your cheap ticket from HRG to IST, check if you need a visa to enter Türkiye (Turkey). Travel document and visa requirements may vary and are updated often. To get the most up-to-date information, get in touch with the nearest consulate or embassy of the country you're going to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hurghada International Airport (HRG) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Hurghada International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is ج.م. 6,568. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 12,019. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To get cheap flight tickets from HRG to IST, book your journey 4 months ahead of the departure date.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Hurghada International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
To get to Hurghada International Airport from central Hurghada, it'll take about 22 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Have an early flight from Hurghada International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to HRG:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Hurghada International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
From Istanbul Ataturk Airport, Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes about 1 hour and 45 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Hurghada International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Istanbul. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Hurghada International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20 ºC to 30 ºC.
Look for cheap flight tickets from HRG to IST in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2 ºC and 11 ºC on average.
More about Istanbul
Once you've locked in your flights from HRG to IST, you'll need to find somewhere to stay in Istanbul. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this city:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are attractions you won't want to skip in Istanbul.
There's more than one way to get to Istanbul. Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is another choice. Browse the prices and departure times from this international airport.
Complete your Istanbul trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks up our sleeve than just comparing flights. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, browse our great car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility and freedom to see the sights at your own pace. Then, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the ideal Istanbul stay.
