Travelling from Hurghada International Airport (HRG) to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Hurghada International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport.
Hurghada and Alexandria share the UTC+2 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to catch your HRG to HBE flight.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. 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.
Flying into Alexandria (and then seeing more of Egypt!) is a snap with EgyptAir. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Hurghada International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is EgyptAir.
If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Hurghada International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport. These are the top stopovers between HRG and HBE:
Cairo International Airport
Sharm El Sheikh Airport
Queen Alia International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hurghada International Airport (HRG) to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Hurghada International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport flight is Rs47,010. A return ticket is currently Rs109,545. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from HRG to HBE by booking at least nine months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Hurghada International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from HRG to HBE.
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Handy information about Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Hurghada International Airport, data shows 59.22% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Hurghada to Hurghada International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near HRG. Whether you have an early flight from Hurghada International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
Stay moments from your arrivals gate if you're touching down on a late Hurghada International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport flight. Villa Mostafa Sadek, Swimming pool, Tennis & Squash - Borg ElArab Airport Alexandria is a good option near HBE. Or check in and recharge your batteries at Relaxation Villa With Private Pool before continuing to your final destination.
Follow your own route with a Borg El Arab Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Budget, Avis or Sixt and venture far and wide through Alexandria and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Borg El Arab Airport around two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Borg El Arab Airport (HBE) to central Alexandria
Borg El Arab Airport is approximately 56 kilometres from the centre of Alexandria. The drive time takes around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
The quietest month for a flight from Hurghada International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Alexandria based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Alexandria is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Hurghada International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from HRG to HBE in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 11ºC and 21ºC on average.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo is just one of the many places in Egypt waiting to be discovered once you've seen Alexandria. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including giza pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili.
Around 177 kilometres south-east of Alexandria, Giza is another favourite stop in Egypt. Start your sightseeing at Giza Plateau, Star Card and street Nadi Alsaeed.