Flying from Hurghada International Airport (HRG) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Hurghada International Airport to Istanbul and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 55 minutes.
Istanbul is one hour ahead of Hurghada, where Hurghada International Airport is located. Istanbul follows the UTC+3 timezone.
Hurghada International Airport (HRG) to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is the most popular route, with 19 departures a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from HRG to SAW is with Pegasus at 15:40. Opt for the first departure with Pegasus at 01:40 if you want to get on your way earlier.
Allow plenty of time to make your HRG to Istanbul flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
Begin your journey at HRG and fly straight to Istanbul Airport (IST). That will be your arrival point when searching for Hurghada International Airport to Istanbul tickets.
You'll have your pick of carriers offering direct flights from Hurghada International Airport to Istanbul. Book your ticket with one of these:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from HRG to Istanbul. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these airports:
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Antalya Airport (AYT)
Amman Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Travelling from central Hurghada to HRG takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a hotel near HRG? If you're boarding an early flight from Hurghada International Airport to Istanbul, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Of the flights that depart from Hurghada International Airport, 64% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hurghada International Airport (HRG) to Istanbul
₹ 6,884 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Hurghada International Airport to Istanbul flight. A return ticket right now is ₹ 14,344. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Book seven months before you want to travel. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from HRG to Istanbul.
December is the best month for picking up an awesome deal on Hurghada International Airport to Istanbul tickets. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from HRG to Istanbul by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Hurghada International Airport to Istanbul.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Istanbul Airport (IST) is around 40 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 45 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes to get there using public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near IST if you have a late flight from Hurghada International Airport to Istanbul. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from HRG to Istanbul can help you get the lowest rate.
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. Once you've disembarked your flight from Hurghada International Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
Following your HRG to Istanbul flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to SAW. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Score the best price by booking your ride from SAW four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
August is the busiest month for flights from Hurghada International Airport to Istanbul. To avoid the crowds, visit Istanbul in February.
The warmest month in Istanbul is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 30ºC. Book your Hurghada International Airport to Istanbul plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from HRG to Istanbul around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Hurghada International Airport to Istanbul, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Historic Areas of Istanbul, Hagia Sophia Museum and Hagia Sophia History Museum are attractions you won't want to skip in Istanbul.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) you'll want to see. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
If you want to check out another major stop in Türkiye (Turkey), consider Izmir, about 322 kilometres southwest of Istanbul. Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square are the start of reasons to visit.
