Travelling from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Hurghada International Airport (HRG): what you need to know
Hurghada's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Hurghada one hour ahead of Alicante.
Give yourself enough time to catch your ALC to HRG flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Alicante-Elche Airport to Hurghada International Airport. These are the top stopovers between ALC and HRG:
Geneve Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
Right now, ج.م. 4,526 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Alicante-Elche Airport to Hurghada International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ج.م. 9,193. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from ALC to HRG, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Hurghada International Airport.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from ALC to HRG.
Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Hurghada International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
Of all flights departing from Alicante-Elche Airport, 73.22% touch down on time at their destination.
Alicante-Elche Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Alicante. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near ALC. Whether you're taking an early flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Hurghada International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on an Alicante-Elche Airport to Hurghada International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HRG instead:
Pick up a Hurghada International Airport rental car and explore Hurghada and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Auto-Union and Alamo are popular providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Hurghada International Airport about two weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Hurghada International Airport (HRG) to central Hurghada
Hurghada International Airport to central Hurghada has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
When to fly to Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
The quietest month for a flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Hurghada International Airport is May, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Hurghada based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When booking your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Hurghada International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Hurghada, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 36ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ALC to HRG in January. Temperatures average between 12ºC and 23ºC then.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Hurghada. Around 402 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include giza pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili.
Giza is another standout destination in Egypt and is around 402 kilometres north-west of Hurghada. No trip is complete without a visit to Giza Plateau, Star Card and street Nadi Alsaeed.