Travelling from Dubai to Hurghada International Airport (HRG): What you need to know
Dubai is home to two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Dubai to Hurghada International Airport (HRG) heading out from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
Hurghada International Airport is located in Hurghada. The city is in the UTC+2 timezone and is two hours behind Dubai.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Dubai to HRG. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Dubai to HRG. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Dubai Airport (DXB). Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
DXB is around 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Dubai to Hurghada International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to Dubai Airport:
Of all flights departing from Dubai Airport, 74.31% touch down on time at their destination.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Add another location to your travels or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Dubai to Hurghada International Airport, here's where you can stop when leaving from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport:
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Stuttgart Airport (STR)
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
DWC is around 56 kilometres from central Dubai. It'll take you 45 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 5 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Dubai to HRG flight? Check in to a hotel near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport before your break officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 56.64%.
About Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Dubai to Hurghada International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near HRG instead:
Follow your own route with a Hurghada International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Auto-Union or Alamo and find adventure across Hurghada and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Dubai to Hurghada International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
R 2,686 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Hurghada International Airport. Return flights start at R 6,403. These fares may change depending on availability.
To find cheap flights from Dubai to HRG, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Dubai to Hurghada International Airport ticket.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Dubai to HRG.
Find a cheap flight from Dubai to Hurghada International Airport by using filters. Select your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Dubai to Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
May is the quietest month for flights from Dubai to Hurghada International Airport (HRG), while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Hurghada based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Dubai to HRG plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Hurghada, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Dubai to Hurghada International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Hurghada
After booking your flight from Dubai to Hurghada International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Hurghada:
Your Hurghada visit won't be complete without checking out the sights. Attractions you can't miss include Yachts and speed boats Charter, Sunny Days El Palacio reef - diving site and Hurgada.
Explore more of Egypt
Luxor is just one of the many places in Egypt waiting to be explored once you've seen Hurghada. Around 209 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include Temple of Karnak, Temple of Amun and Luxor Temple.
If you want to check out another side of Egypt, head for Sohag, about 225 kilometres west of Hurghada. Mosque Noor Islam, كنيسة السيدة العذراء مريم بسوهاج إيبارشيه سوهاج و المنشاة و المراغة and مسجد الزهراء are among the biggest draws.
