Hurghada International Airport — Hurghada, Egypt

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Hurghada International Airport in Hurghada uses the IATA code HRG, with HEGN as its ICAO identifier.

Distance & flight time from HRG

Hurghada International Airport

Anchoring one of the Red Sea's most popular resort destinations, Hurghada International Airport, listed under the code HRG, draws large volumes of charter and scheduled traffic from Europe, especially Russia, Germany, and other countries whose travelers flock to Hurghada's beaches and renowned diving and snorkeling sites. The city grew rapidly from a modest fishing settlement into a sprawling resort corridor over recent decades, and the airport expanded in step, adding terminal capacity to handle seasonal surges tied to winter sun-seeking tourism. Coral reefs just offshore make the region a magnet for diving enthusiasts, and many visitors arrive on package tours booked directly through European tour operators. Political and security developments in Egypt have periodically affected charter volumes at HRG, with airlines adjusting capacity in response to shifting travel advisories, though the resort area has generally maintained strong year-round demand.

Runways at Hurghada International Airport (HRG)

RunwayLengthWidthSurface
16L/34R13171 ft (4015 m)148 ft (45 m)ASP
16R/34L13168 ft (4014 m)197 ft (60 m)ASPHALT

Radio frequencies for Hurghada International Airport (HRG)

TypeDescriptionFrequency
APPRADAR123.4 MHz
GNDGND121.9 MHz
RDORDO585.9 MHz
TWRTWR119.6 MHz

Airports near Hurghada International Airport (HRG)

HRG serves Egypt's Red Sea resort coastline, sits near renowned coral reef diving sites, and depends heavily on European charter tourism for the bulk of its annual passenger volume.

FAQ

What is the IATA code for Hurghada International Airport?

The IATA code for Hurghada International Airport is HRG.

What is the ICAO code for Hurghada International Airport?

The ICAO code for Hurghada International Airport is HEGN. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.