Flying from Belfast to Hurghada International Airport (HRG): What you need to know
Belfast's main base, Belfast International Airport (BFS), is where great travel stories take off. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Belfast to Hurghada International Airport (HRG).
The average time for a direct Belfast to Hurghada International Airport flight is 5 hours 55 minutes.
Hurghada International Airport is located in Hurghada. The city operates on the UTC+2 timezone and is two hours ahead of Belfast.
The busiest route is from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Hurghada International Airport (HRG). Take your pick of 2 direct services each week. EasyJet operates a 9:15am departure between BFS and HRG.
To ensure you catch your flight from Belfast to HRG, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like September. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for an international flight. After checking in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Belfast International Airport (BFS) will have you traveling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Belfast to Hurghada International Airport (HRG) operate out of this terminal.
When taking off from BFS, you can take a direct flight from Belfast to Hurghada International Airport with easyJet.
EasyJet is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from BFS to HRG.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate on this route is easyJet.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Belfast to HRG leaving from Belfast International Airport (BFS), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Bristol Airport (BRS)
Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
Traveling from central Belfast to BFS takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometers in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Belfast International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Belfast to Hurghada International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
Belfast International Airport has a strong on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from BFS land at their destination as scheduled 82% of the time.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Knock a new city off your list or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Belfast to Hurghada International Airport, check out these options when setting off from George Best Belfast City Airport:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
London Luton Airport (LTN)
BHD is around 5 kilometers from central Belfast. It'll take you 15 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 25 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Belfast to HRG flight? Kick back in a hotel near George Best Belfast City Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
Flights from George Best Belfast City Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 80% of them arriving as planned.
About Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Belfast to Hurghada International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near HRG instead:
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around two weeks before your Belfast to Hurghada International Airport flight.
Getting from Hurghada International Airport (HRG) to central Hurghada
Central Hurghada is around 16 kilometers from Hurghada International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a car rental, cab or ride-share.
Traveling on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Hurghada International Airport is AED 443. For a return flight on this route, the best price is AED 937. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To snag cheap flights from Belfast to HRG, book your plane ticket eight months ahead of your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for January. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Belfast to Hurghada International Airport tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
There's no need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a better deal is available on plane tickets from Belfast to HRG.
Hunt down a great price on a flight from Belfast to Hurghada International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
The best time to fly from Belfast to Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Belfast to Hurghada International Airport (HRG). April is when most people visit Hurghada. If crowds aren't your thing, go in December.
The warmest month in Hurghada is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Lock in your Belfast to HRG plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Belfast to Hurghada International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Hurghada
Once you've booked your flight from Belfast to Hurghada International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Hurghada:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Hurghada, Hurgada and Hurgada marina are must-do's during your Hurghada adventure.
Explore more of Egypt
Luxor is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Hurghada. Around 209 kilometers away to the southwest, top sights here include Valley of the Kings, Temple of Karnak and Luxor Temple.
Next stop? Head onward to Sohag. It's located about 225 kilometers west of Hurghada and boasts highlights like Pharaonic obelisk.
