# HRG — Hurghada International Airport > Machine-readable reference for HRG. Single-airport scope. Re-fetch when content_generated_at changes. Canonical: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg HTML page: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg Markdown alt: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg.md JSON: https://airport.flights/api/airport/HRG.json (includes live arrivals + weather) Sitemap: https://airport.flights/sitemap-airports.xml Last refreshed: 2026-06-18T07:20:07.732+00:00 --- ## Identity - Name: Hurghada International Airport - IATA: HRG - ICAO: HEGN - City: Hurghada - Country: EG (EG) - Timezone: Africa/Cairo - Distance from city: about 5 km (3 mi) southwest of Hurghada city centre - Runways: 1 - Terminals: 2 - Official website: https://eac-airports.com/ ## Overview Welcome At Hurghada International Airport (HRG), your journey can start off more intense than your beach holiday. Located about 5 km southwest of Hurghada city centre, this entry point to the Red Sea resort combines a labyrinth of security procedures with upsells on visas and taxis. However, once you navigate through these hurdles, you'll find the surprisingly modern Terminal 1, which serves as an eye-opener into the mechanics of a mass-charter holiday gateway. At a glance Hurghada International Airport operates with two terminals, T1 and T2, catering to airlines like Condor, TUI fly Deutschland, and EgyptAir. The airport is perfectly positioned for rapid access to Hurghada's resorts, just an 8-minute drive costing roughly €13 if pre-booked. Although taxis and rideshare options like Careem are available, pre-arranged transfers often offer lower rates. Reviewers note an aggressive tipping culture and upselling tactics surrounding transport and SIM cards, adding layers to the cost of convenience. Terminals & layout Terminal 1 is the focal point of modernity here with two gates serving a variety of European charter airlines. Terminal 2 focuses on Egyptian carriers like EgyptAir. Airsi… ## Terminals (2) - **Terminal 1** — 2 gates · airlines: Condor, TUI fly Deutschland, Corendon Airlines, British Airways, Aeroflot, Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, easyJet, Transavia, Wizz Air, Norwegian Air Shuttle, SunExpress, Air Astana, Jazeera Airways, Edelweiss Air, Swiss International Air Lines URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/terminals/1 - **Terminal 2** — airlines: EgyptAir, Nile Air, Air Cairo, Sundair, Eurowings URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/terminals/2 ## Dining (15) - **Barista Cafe** — 2 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/restaurants/barista-cafe-2 - **Burger King** — 1 · 24/7 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/restaurants/burger-king-1 - **Cafe Ritazza** — 1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/restaurants/cafe-ritazza-1 - **Cinnabon** — 1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/restaurants/cinnabon-1 - **Costa Coffee** — 1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/restaurants/costa-coffee-1 - **Express Cafe** — 2 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/restaurants/express-cafe-2 - **Food Court Restaurant** — 1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/restaurants/food-court-restaurant-1 - **Illy Caffè** — 1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/restaurants/illy-caffe-1 - **Juice Bar** — 2 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/restaurants/juice-bar-2 - **McDonald's** — 1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/restaurants/mcdonald-s-1 - **Pastry Shop** — 2 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/restaurants/pastry-shop-2 - **Pizzeria** — 1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/restaurants/pizzeria-1 - **Sandwich Corner** — 2 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/restaurants/sandwich-corner-2 - **Segafredo** — 1 · 24/7 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/restaurants/segafredo-1 - **Snack Bar** — 1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/restaurants/snack-bar-1 ## Lounges (4) - **Pearl Lounge** — 1 · access: Terminal 1, Priority Pass + pay-at-door · 24 hours URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/lounges/pearl-lounge-1 - **Pearl Lounge** — 2 · access: Terminal 2, Priority Pass + pay-at-door · 24 hours URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/lounges/pearl-lounge-2 - **VIP Lounge** — 1 · access: Terminal 1, tour operator access URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/lounges/vip-lounge-1 - **VIP Lounge** — 2 · access: Terminal 2, prepaid package access URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/lounges/vip-lounge-2 ## Shops (15) - **Chocolate Shop** — 1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/shops/chocolate-shop-1 - **Convenience Shop** — 1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/shops/convenience-shop-1 - **Duty Free Shop** — 1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/shops/duty-free-shop-1 - **Egypt Air Duty Free** — 1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/shops/egypt-air-duty-free-1 - **Electronics Shop** — 2 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/shops/electronics-shop-2 - **Jewelry Boutique** — 1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/shops/jewelry-boutique-1 - **Local Handicrafts** — 1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/shops/local-handicrafts-1 - **Luggage & Bags** — 1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/shops/luggage-bags-1 - **Mini Market** — 2 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/shops/mini-market-2 - **News & Books** — 1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/shops/news-books-1 - **Perfume & Cosmetics** — 1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/shops/perfume-cosmetics-1 - **Pharmacy** — 1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/shops/pharmacy-1 - **Souvenir Shop** — 1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/shops/souvenir-shop-1 - **Souvenir Shop** — 2 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/shops/souvenir-shop-2 - **Toy Shop** — 1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/shops/toy-shop-1 ## Parking (5) - **Long-Term Parking** — Outdoor URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/parking/long-term-parking - **Short-Term Parking** — Outdoor URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/parking/short-term-parking - **Staff Parking** — Restricted URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/parking/staff-parking - **Tour Bus Parking** — Coach area URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/parking/tour-bus-parking - **VIP Parking** — Reserved URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/parking/vip-parking ## Ground transport (8) - **Airport Taxi Rank** — Taxi · 8 min to Hurghada city center by road for airport-to-city transfers · €13+ for prebooked airport-to-Hurghada transfers; airport taxi walk-up pricing not confirmed URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/transport/airport-taxi-rank - **Careem Rideshare Pick-up** — Rideshare URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/transport/careem-rideshare-pick-up - **Hotel Shuttle Buses** — Bus URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/transport/hotel-shuttle-buses - **Local Public Bus** — Bus · ~5 LE URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/transport/local-public-bus - **Private Transfer Services** — Car · 8 min for Hurghada Airport to Hurghada; 33 min to El Gouna; 88 min to El Quoseir; 149 min to Marsa Alam; 204 min to Luxor · From €13 for Hurghada Airport to Hurghada URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/transport/private-transfer-services - **Resort Shuttle Vans** — Minibus URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/transport/resort-shuttle-vans - **Shared Minibuses** — Minibus URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/transport/shared-minibuses - **Tour Operator Coaches** — Bus URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/transport/tour-operator-coaches ## Insider tips - _Insider_: Head directly to the bank windows before passport control to secure your Egypt visa for 25 USD—don't be fooled by costly 'fast-track' services. - _Time_: Arrive at HRG at least 3 hours before flights for the numerous security checks, including bag scans and personal searches. - _Money_: Avoid airport ATMs and large SIM packages; use city bank ATMs for better rates and opt for the smallest data package if needed. - _Avoid_: Decline 'help' with your luggage in the arrivals hall unless you’re ready for a tipping tussle. - _Quiet_: Check out the Pearl Lounge in Terminal 1 for a calm environment—you might even find a sleep pod for downtime. - _Local_: Try local duty-free for bargains on cigarettes and perfume to bring a taste of Hurghada home without breaking the bank. - _Time_: For those uneasy with crowds, strategize flights outside weekend and late morning peaks to sail more smoothly through security. - _Money_: Always pre-arrange your transfers through your resort or a trusted operator; this can cut costs significantly compared to walk-up taxi rates. --- ## Live data Live arrivals, departures, and weather are not in this static reference. Fetch: - https://airport.flights/api/airport/HRG.json — JSON with current live boards + weather (12h cache) - https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/arrivals — HTML page with live arrivals - https://airport.flights/airport/hrg/departures — HTML page with live departures