Flying from Luxor Airport (LXR) to Hurghada Airport (HRG): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Luxor Airport to Hurghada Airport is 45 minutes.
Luxor and Hurghada are both in the UTC+2 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
To ensure you get on your LXR to HRG flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like November, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
A number of airlines offer direct flights from Luxor Airport to Hurghada Airport, so jetting to Hurghada (and then seeing more of Egypt!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
Nesma Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Nile Air is the most punctual carrier offering LXR to HRG flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Luxor Airport to Hurghada Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between LXR and HRG:
London Gatwick Airport
Cairo Airport
Sharm El Sheikh Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Luxor Airport (LXR) to Hurghada Airport (HRG)
Rs30,808 is the lowest price for a one-way Luxor Airport to Hurghada Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs82,261. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from LXR to HRG, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for a flight from Luxor Airport to Hurghada Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from LXR to HRG by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Luxor Airport to Hurghada Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Luxor Airport (LXR)
51% of flights that take off from Luxor Airport land at their destination on time.
Luxor Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Luxor. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to LXR? If you've booked an early flight from Luxor Airport to Hurghada Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Hurghada Airport (HRG)
Consider staying in a hotel close to HRG if you're on a late Luxor Airport to Hurghada Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Hurghada Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Auto-Union or Alamo and see more of Hurghada and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Hurghada Airport about two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Hurghada Airport (HRG) to central Hurghada
Hurghada Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from central Hurghada. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Hurghada Airport (HRG)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Luxor Airport to Hurghada Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Hurghada. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Luxor Airport to Hurghada Airport for August if you want to visit Hurghada during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 36ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from LXR 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 has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Egypt waiting to be discovered. Around 402 kilometres north-west of Hurghada, a visit to Cairo will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Gizeh Plateau, TUTANKHAMUN'S TREASURE and River Nile.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Egypt, consider Giza, roughly 402 kilometres north-west of Hurghada. Great Sphinx of Giza, Great Pyramid of Giza and Khufu Pyramid are key reasons to visit.