Hurghada International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 12h 45m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Hurghada International Airport
Hurghada International Airport is an international airport serving Hurghada, Egypt. It is located inland, 5 km (3.1 mi) southwest of El Dahar, the city centre of Hurghada. It is the second busiest airport in Egypt after Cairo International Airport, the 19th busiest airport in the Middle East as well as being the 6th busiest airport in Africa.
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Live weather
HEGNNOTAMs
HEGNReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16L / 34R▸ displaced | 13,171 ft / 4,015 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 16R / 34L | 13,168 ft / 4,014 m | 197 ft | Asphalt | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | RADAR | 123.400 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| RDO | RDO | 585.900 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 119.600 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: N (from about 0°), on 23% of observations, averaging 12 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 96% | 104 ft | |
| Feb | 95% | 269 ft | |
| Mar | 88% | 745 ft | |
| Apr | 90% | 1,331 ft | |
| May | 94% | 1,851 ft | |
| Jun | 98% | 2,319 ft | |
| Jul | 100% | 2,556 ft | |
| Aug | 99% | 2,548 ft | |
| Sep | 99% | 2,192 ft | |
| Oct | 99% | 1,596 ft | |
| Nov | 98% | 965 ft | |
| Dec | 98% | 349 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~104–2,556 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Hurghada International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Hurghada International Airport?
The ICAO code for Hurghada International Airport is HEGN, and its IATA code is HRG.
Where is Hurghada International Airport located?
Hurghada International Airport is large airport located in Hurghada, Egypt, at an elevation of 32 ft (10 m).
How many runways does Hurghada International Airport have?
Hurghada International Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 13,171 ft / 4,015 m.
Which airlines fly to Hurghada International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Hurghada International Airport include Air Berlin, Air Bourbon, Austrian Airlines, Belair Airlines, Condor Flugdienst, Egyptair, among 17 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Hurghada International Airport?
Historical data lists 25 nonstop destinations from Hurghada International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Hurghada International Airport in?
Hurghada International Airport is in the Africa/Cairo time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Hurghada International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Hurghada International Airport is approximately 4.5° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Hurghada International Airport?
The nearest airport to Hurghada International Airport is El Gouna Private Airport (HEGO), about 13.2 nm to the nnw, followed by El Gouna Ultralight Airport and Gabal El Zeit Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Hurghada International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.