Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Hurghada Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.
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This airport is beautiful inside and out. Very clean and quiet too. – a guest traveller
HRG Airport Overview
To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down of what travellers have reported to us during their time at Hurghada International Airport.
What to Expect
Hurghada Airport (code: HRG) is Egypt’s second-largest airport, consisting of two terminals. A new terminal is under construction. WiFi is available, but if you are looking for added comfort, there was no lounge that you could pay to access (at least at the time of this update). According to several reviews we received, bribery and scams are common. One reviewer with the proper documents was told he had to pay for a “non-eu citizen” boarding pass. Long lines and no crowd control upon arrival, with limited officers working immigration counters.
Sleeping in Hurghada Airport
Hurghada Airport isn’t the most overnight sleeper-friendly. One report suggests that the staff aren’t the most friendly and don’t allow you to sleep overnight in the terminal’s public area. Instead, they request bribes to take travellers to nearby hotels. If you have a long layover, there aren’t many options for ensuring a comfortable nap. However, the airport website suggests that sleep pods are available in the airside Pearl Lounge. We could not confirm this, but if you can, click here to let us know. For nearby hotels, see Airport Hotels below.
Read some traveller airport reviews for more tips.
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In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.
Airport Hours
The airport is open 24 hours.
Rest & Relaxation Zones
There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.
Airport Hotels
If sleeping in the airport sounds like a nightmare, there are hotels near Hurghada Airport:
- Solymar Ivory Suites – No airport shuttle. » Check Rates
- Hurghada Marriott Beach Resort – No airport shuttle. » Check Rates
For more options, visit Tripadvisor to see a list of hotels near Hurghada Airport that can be sorted by price, distance, traveller rating and popularity.
Airport Lounges
Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships
Regardless of what class of service you are flying, there is a lounge that you can enter with a lounge pass or through a lounge membership program. Visit the individual lounge page for more details about the lounge itself and learn how to gain access with just an economy class ticket!
- Pearl Lounge – Location: Terminal 1, International Departures, Airside, 2nd Floor. Sleep pods are available.
- Pearl Lounge – Location: Terminal 2, International Departures, Landside. Lounge Access: Prepaid lounge pass (£25 – 3 hours) • Lounge membership programs.
Drinking Water
Information is unavailable. Does the airport have water fountains or water bottle refill stations? Click here to update this guide.
Food & Drinks
Coffee and food vending machines can be found at the airport. There are also several cafés, bars and one restaurant. Hours: unknown.
Luggage Storage & Lockers
They have a “cloakroom” for luggage to be stored.
Mobile Charging
We had no information about mobile charging availability at the time of this update. If you know, click here to update this airport guide.
Showers
Unavailable. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.
WiFi/Internet
Unlimited free WiFi is available at Hurghada Airport.
Security & Safety
There are reports of staff being aggressive and rude at Hurghada Airport. However, sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:
- Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
- Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
- Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
- Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.
More Airport Information
ATMs / Cash Machines – Need cash? ATMs are available 24 hours a day. Fees may apply, so check your bank’s fee schedule and daily withdrawal limit if you are travelling internationally. You may also want to notify your bank of your travel plans.
Children’s Play Areas – When you want to ensure your kids burn off all their energy before their flight, take them to the children’s play area. Location: Unknown.
Currency Exchange – There are several currency exchange offices available.
Duty-Free & Shopping – Duty-Free is available, as well as shops selling jewelry, perfume, newspapers, etc.
Postal Services – Send your last-minute postcards to friends and family from the airport’s post office.
SIM Cards – A reader has asked us to include where to buy SIM Cards. If you know, click here to update this airport guide.
Car Rentals
Hertz and several local car rental agencies offer on-site car rental services.
Hotel Shuttles
See also Airport Hotels above.
Shared-Ride Vehicles
Shared-ride minibuses offer an economical way to travel between the airport and the city center. Ensure that the minibus you hop in is going to your destination, and confirm the fare before you get in. Pick-up and drop-off are on-demand only.
Taxis
Taxis are readily available for hire 24 hours a day at taxi ranks in the ground transportation area. There are no meters, so negotiate a fare with the driver before starting your journey. A typical ride between the airport and the city center takes about 15 minutes, and to/from the coastal tourist area can take around 30 minutes.
Last updated: 2024-08-26
This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning. All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or write a review.