Travelling from Johannesburg to Hurghada International Airport (HRG): What you need to know
Planning your trip begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Johannesburg. O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Johannesburg to Hurghada International Airport (HRG) jetting off from here.
Hurghada International Airport is located in Hurghada. The city's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Johannesburg.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Johannesburg to HRG. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
With more travellers during high season, you'll want to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Johannesburg to HRG. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Located around 29 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg, JNB can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to O.R. Tambo International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Johannesburg to Hurghada International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
77.1% of flights taking off from O.R. Tambo International Airport reach their destination on time.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
The drive from central Johannesburg to HLA usually takes 50 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 48 kilometres.
Kick off your vacation early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Johannesburg to HRG flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Lanseria International Airport:
About Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
Have a late flight from Johannesburg to Hurghada International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay at one of these hotels near HRG and hit the pillow fast:
Grab a Hurghada International Airport rental car and discover Hurghada and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Auto-Union and Alamo are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle around two weeks before your Johannesburg to Hurghada International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Hurghada International Airport is C$539. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$798. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Johannesburg to HRG if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
Affordable Johannesburg to Hurghada International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
There's no need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a better deal comes up on flight tickets from Johannesburg to HRG.
Save money on your flight from Johannesburg to Hurghada International Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
May is the quietest month for flights from Johannesburg to Hurghada International Airport (HRG), while August is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to go to Hurghada based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Hurghada is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Book your Johannesburg to HRG flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Johannesburg to Hurghada International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Hurghada
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Hurghada right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to Hurghada International Airport:
Your trip to Hurghada should come with a side of sightseeing. Highlights you can't miss include Yachts and speed boats Charter, Sunny Days El Palacio reef - diving site and Hurgada.
Explore more of Egypt
You've seen Hurghada, now it's time to explore more of Egypt. Journey about 209 kilometres south-west to Luxor to check off its must-visit sights. From Temple of Karnak to Temple of Amun and Luxor Temple, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Sohag is another standout destination in Egypt and is around 225 kilometres west of Hurghada. No journey is complete without visiting Mosque Noor Islam, كنيسة السيدة العذراء مريم بسوهاج إيبارشيه سوهاج و المنشاة و المراغة and مسجد الزهراء.
