Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Hurghada International Airport (HRG): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Hurghada International Airport is 6 hours 15 minutes. Hurghada's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Hurghada 2 hours ahead of Edinburgh.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like June and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
easyJet is your ticket to exploring Hurghada (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Egypt!). Check out the direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Hurghada International Airport offered by this airline.
If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Hurghada International Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. These are the popular stopovers between EDI and HRG:
Birmingham International Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Bristol Airport
Before organising your cheap ticket from EDI to HRG, check if you need a visa to enter Egypt. Visa and travel document requirements can vary and are updated often. To get the most up-to-date information, contact the nearest consulate or embassy of your destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Hurghada International Airport is $191. The cheapest price for a return flight is $377. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Book 3 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from EDI to HRG.
November is the cheapest month for tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Hurghada International Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Edinburgh Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Edinburgh. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 31 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Hurghada International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near EDI:
Arriving at Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
Consider booking a hotel near HRG if you're on a late flight from Edinburgh Airport to Hurghada International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Hurghada International Airport (HRG) to central Hurghada
Hurghada International Airport to central Hurghada takes around 22 minutes by car. It's approximately 13 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
When to fly to Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
August is the most popular month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Hurghada International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Hurghada in May.
Lock in your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Hurghada International Airport for August if you want to explore Hurghada during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 36ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EDI to HRG in January. Temperatures average between 12ºC and 23ºC then.
More about Hurghada
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the best stays in Hurghada right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from EDI to HRG:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. El Dahar, Mahmya Island and Hurghada Grand Aquarium are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Hurghada itinerary.
Complete your Hurghada trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Hurghada International Airport, explore the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your Hurghada holiday.