Travelling from Borg El Arab Airport (HBE) to Hurghada International Airport (HRG): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Borg El Arab Airport to Hurghada International Airport.
Alexandria and Hurghada are both in the UTC+2 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Flights from HBE to HRG start at 12:15 — the first with EgyptAir. The last service of the day is at 13:15 with EgyptAir. In total, you can take your pick of five weekly Borg El Arab Airport to Hurghada International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to board your HBE to HRG flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
EgyptAir offers direct flights from Borg El Arab Airport to Hurghada International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Hurghada — and maybe even more of Egypt if your schedule allows.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with EgyptAir on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Borg El Arab Airport to Hurghada International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between HBE and HRG:
Cairo International Airport
Sharm El Sheikh Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Borg El Arab Airport (HBE) to Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
Currently, ج.م. 4,881 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Borg El Arab Airport to Hurghada International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ج.م. 16,127. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Get cheap tickets from HBE to HRG by booking at least seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Borg El Arab Airport to Hurghada International Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from HBE to HRG by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
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Handy information about Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
Of the flights that depart from Borg El Arab Airport, 75.72% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Alexandria to Borg El Arab Airport is around 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Have an early flight from Borg El Arab Airport to Hurghada International Airport? Stay somewhere close to HBE, such as Villa Mostafa Sadek, Swimming pool, Tennis & Squash - Borg ElArab Airport Alexandria. Relaxation Villa With Private Pool will also put you moments from the check-in counter.
Arriving at Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
If you're coming in on a late Borg El Arab Airport to Hurghada International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near HRG:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Hurghada International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Auto-Union or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Hurghada and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from Hurghada International Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Hurghada International Airport (HRG) to central Hurghada
From Hurghada International Airport, Hurghada is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
The quietest month for a flight from Borg El Arab Airport to Hurghada International Airport is May, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Hurghada based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Hurghada is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 36ºC. Lock in your flights from Borg El Arab Airport to Hurghada International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from HBE to HRG in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC and 23ºC on average.
Explore more of Egypt
Hurghada is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Egypt waiting to be discovered. About 402 kilometres north-west of Hurghada, a visit to Cairo will keep you busy. Start with attractions like giza pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili.
Around 402 kilometres north-west of Hurghada, Giza is another favourite stop in Egypt. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Giza Plateau, Star Card and street Nadi Alsaeed.