Flying from Melbourne to Hurghada International Airport (HRG): what you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Melbourne. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Hurghada International Airport (HRG) jetting off from here.
Hurghada International Airport is located in Hurghada. The city operates in the UTC+2 timezone and is 9 hours behind Melbourne.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Melbourne to HRG. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Popular months like July or other busy periods mean bigger queues and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
MEL is roughly 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveller tool will give you the fastest route and your public transport options.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Hurghada International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
About Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
If you have a late flight from Melbourne to Hurghada International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near HRG:
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 Melbourne to Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
For a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Hurghada International Airport, $977 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip starting from $1,918. These are the lowest fares right now and may differ depending on availability.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're hoping to get flight tickets from Melbourne to HRG. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
August is the most popular month to catch a flight from Melbourne to Hurghada International Airport while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Hurghada, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Hurghada. August is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Melbourne to HRG during then and you can expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 36ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Melbourne to Hurghada International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Hurghada
After booking your flight from Melbourne to Hurghada International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Hurghada:
One of the best ways to experience Hurghada is to visit its most popular sights. Some highlights include El Dahar, Mahmya Island and Hurghada Grand Aquarium.
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