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About Hurghada International Airport (HRG)

Hurghada International Airport serves the seaside resort of Hurghada along Egypt’s Red Sea coast. Our Hurghada International Airport guide includes information on how to get there, where to stay nearby and facilities within the airport grounds.

Information:

An information kiosk is available to passengers, located in the main hall near the terminal entrance.

Website:

http://www.eac-airports.com

Driving directions:

From central Hurghada, take El-Nasr road southwards – this directly passes the terminal entrance – and follow signs to the required terminal. The total drive time is approximately 20 minutes.

Airport Info

Code:
HRG
Address:


Hurghada
Location:

Hurghada International Airport is located inland, 6km (4 miles) southwest of Hurghada.

No. of terminals:
2
Telephone:

+20 65 344 5543

Public Transport

Public transport road:

Bus: Minibuses operate to central Hurghada: these wait outside the airport and only leave once full (journey time: 20 minutes).

Taxi: Regular taxis and tourist taxis (which charge double the fare) operate from outside the arrivals area. It is advisable to agree a fare with the driver before entering the vehicle. The journey time to central Hurghada is approximately 20 minutes.

Terminal facilities

Money:

There are bureaux de change facilities, ATMs and a bank in the airport’s terminal buildings.

Food:

Several cafés and bars, plus one full-service restaurant, offer a choice of drinks, small dishes and meals at the airport. Numerous vending machines also offer small snacks and drinks.

Shopping:

More than 40 shops and bazaars offer duty-free goods, gifts and souvenirs at Hurghada International Airport.

Luggage:

There is a left-luggage facility and a lost property office (tel: +20 65 344 5543) within the terminal. Baggage wrapping services are also available.

Other:

Other facilities at Hurghada International Airport include a mosque and a children's playground.

Airport facilities

Conference and business:

There are currently no business facilities or airport lounges at Hurghada International Airport. However, the majority of the big hotels dotted along Hurghada’s coastline offer extensive business and conference facilities, including the nearby Hurghada Marriott Beach Resort (tel: +20 65 340 4420; www.marriott.com).

Communication Facilities:

The on-site post office provides mail and internet services, while public telephones are available throughout the airport.

Disabled facilities:

Facilities for disabled travellers are basic at Hurghada International Airport, but wheelchairs are available from the airline counters on request and ramps/lifts are fitted where required. Any passengers who may require additional assistance are advised to contact their airline before travelling.

Car parking:

The airport’s car park is located just outside the terminal. Short-term spaces are closest, and long-term parking is a little further away.

Car rental:

Car hire is available at the airport from Hertz and Sixt, which have desks in Arrivals. Local operators are also represented.

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