Flying from London to Hurghada International Airport (HRG): what you need to know
When organising your flight from London to Hurghada International Airport (HRG), you'll have a good range of airports to take off from. Consider London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for your departure. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
The timezone in Hurghada is UTC+2, which is 2 hours ahead of London. Hurghada International Airport is located in Hurghada.
With 19 direct flights a week between the two airports, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Hurghada International Airport (HRG) is the most popular route. Wizz Air UK operates the earliest flight at 08:00. If you'd like to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight from LHR to HRG is with TUI at 14:50.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from London to HRG.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing flights from London to HRG departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Stuttgart Airport (STR)
Luxembourg Airport (LUX)
LHR is approximately 31 kilometres from the centre of London. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will give you the fastest route and available public transport options.
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London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) operates nonstop flights from London to Hurghada International Airport (HRG).
When setting off from LGW, you can pick from numerous airlines that fly nonstop to your destination. Book your ticket on a direct flight from London to HRG with any of these:
Break up your flight from London to Hurghada International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Popular stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and HRG include:
Geneve Airport (GVA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
On public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 1 hour and 26 minutes. The terminal is roughly 80 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before catching your flight from London to HRG? Relax in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
About Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
Consider booking a hotel near HRG if you have a late flight from London to Hurghada International Airport. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Hurghada International Airport (HRG) to central Hurghada
From Hurghada International Airport, Hurghada is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 22 minutes to get to the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from London to Hurghada International Airport is $94. The cheapest price for a return flight is $180. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to find flight tickets from London to HRG. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your ticket from London to Hurghada International Airport.
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The best time to fly from London to Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
August is the busiest month to board a flight from London to Hurghada International Airport while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Hurghada, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Schedule your flight from London to HRG for August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Hurghada to range from 26ºC to 36ºC.
Search for cheap flights from London to Hurghada International Airport in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 12ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Hurghada
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Hurghada right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from London to Hurghada International Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. El Dahar, Mahmya Island and Hurghada Grand Aquarium are leading attractions which should feature on every Hurghada itinerary.
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