Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Hurghada International Airport (HRG): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to Hurghada International Airport is 2 hours 25 minutes.
Hurghada is one hour behind Riyadh and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Your RUH to HRG flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Flynas offers direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to Hurghada International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Hurghada — and maybe even more of Egypt if time allows.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with flynas on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Hurghada International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between RUH and HRG:
Queen Alia International Airport
Cairo International Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
At the moment, C$151 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Hurghada International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is C$294. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book five months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from RUH to HRG.
The cheapest month for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Hurghada International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Save time searching for cheap flights from RUH 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 King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
King Khaled International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from RUH arrive at their destination as scheduled 86.76% of the time.
To get to King Khaled International Airport from central Riyadh, it'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your vacation off to a relaxed start by staying near RUH. Whether you're taking an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Hurghada International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a King Khaled International Airport to Hurghada International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near HRG instead:
Pick up a Hurghada International Airport rental car and discover Hurghada and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Auto-Union and Alamo are well-known companies to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Hurghada International Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
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)
August is the busiest month for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Hurghada International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Hurghada in May.
The warmest month in Hurghada is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Lock in your flights from King Khaled International Airport to Hurghada International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RUH to HRG in January. Temperatures average between 12ºC (54ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.
Explore more of Egypt
You've visited Hurghada, now it's time to explore more of Egypt. Travel about 402 kilometres north-west to Cairo to check off its leading attractions. From giza pyramids to Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 402 kilometres north-west of Hurghada, Giza is another essential stop in Egypt. No visit is complete without checking out Giza Plateau, Star Card and street Nadi Alsaeed.