Hurghada Airport Guide

sleeping in hurghada airport — (photo courtesy of a guest reviewer / December 2023)

Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Hurghada Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.

This airport is beautiful inside and out. Very clean and quiet too. – a guest traveller

HRG Airport Overview

To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down of what travellers have reported to us during their time at Hurghada International Airport.

What to Expect

Hurghada Airport (code: HRG) is Egypt’s second-largest airport, consisting of two terminals. A new terminal is under construction. WiFi is available, but if you are looking for added comfort, there was no lounge that you could pay to access (at least at the time of this update). According to several reviews we received, bribery and scams are common. One reviewer with the proper documents was told he had to pay for a “non-eu citizen” boarding pass. Long lines and no crowd control upon arrival, with limited officers working immigration counters.

Sleeping in Hurghada Airport

Hurghada Airport isn’t the most overnight sleeper-friendly. One report suggests that the staff aren’t the most friendly and don’t allow you to sleep overnight in the terminal’s public area. Instead, they request bribes to take travellers to nearby hotels. If you have a long layover, there aren’t many options for ensuring a comfortable nap. However, the airport website suggests that sleep pods are available in the airside Pearl Lounge. For nearby hotels, see Airport Hotels below.

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Airport Hours

The airport is open 24 hours.

Rest & Relaxation Zones

There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.

Cots

The airport does not provide cots to stranded travellers. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.

Airport Hotels

If sleeping in the airport sounds like a nightmare, there are hotels near Hurghada Airport:

JAZ Neo Ivory (1.2 mi / 1.9 km) Mid-range hotel.
Sindbad Club (1.3 mi / 2.1 km) Upscale resort.
Bohohomes (1.3 mi / 2.1 km) Budget hotel.

Looking for more options? Browse the complete list of hotels near Hurghada Airport on Expedia.

Airport Lounges

Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships

Regardless of what class of service you are flying, there is are two lounges that you can enter with a lounge pass or through a lounge membership program.

Pearl Lounge (Terminal 1) – Location: Airside, Terminal 1, 2nd Floor, near Gate 30. Hours: open 24 hours. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: Yes, paid sleep pods. Lounge Access: Pay at the door • Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs • Credit card rewards programs.
Pearl Lounge (Terminal 2) – Location: Airside, Terminal 2, near the Check-in area. Hours: open 24 hours. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door • Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs • Credit card rewards programs.

Drinking Water

Information is unavailable. Does the airport have water fountains or water bottle refill stations? Click here to update this guide.

Food & Drinks

A limited selection of cafés, snack bars, and retail food outlets is available in the terminals. Opening hours vary by flight schedule, and some outlets may close overnight. Vending machines are reportedly available.

Luggage Storage & Lockers

A cloakroom/luggage storage service is reportedly available.

Mobile Charging

We had no information about mobile charging availability at the time of this update. If you know, click here to update this airport guide.

Showers

Unavailable. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.

WiFi/Internet

Unlimited free WiFi is available at Hurghada Airport.

Security & Safety

There are reports of staff being aggressive and rude at Hurghada Airport. However, sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:

Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.

More Airport Information

More Services, Facilities & Things To Do On A Layover

ATMs / Cash Machines – ATMs are available and operate 24 hours. International withdrawal fees may apply. Check with your bank regarding foreign transaction fees and daily limits before travelling.
Children’s Play Areas – A children’s play area is reportedly available.
Currency Exchange – Several currency exchange counters are available in the terminals.
Duty-Free & Shopping – Duty-Free shopping is available, along with retail shops selling items such as perfume, jewelry, newspapers, and travel essentials.
Postal Services – A post office is reportedly available for sending mail.

Airlines

Hurghada Airport is served by the following airlines: Air Cairo • Astraeus • Brussels Airlines • Condor • Corendon Airlines • EasyJet • Edelweiss Air • Egyptair • EgyptAir Express • Fly Egypt • Lufthansa • Nile Air • Pegasus Airlines • Smartwings • SunExpress Deutschland • Transavia • TUIfly • Turkish Airlines.

Airport Transportation: Getting To/From The Airport

Car Rentals

Hertz and several local car rental agencies offer on-site car rental services.

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Hotel Shuttles

Shared-Ride Vehicles

Shared-ride minibuses offer an economical way to travel between the airport and the city center. Ensure that the minibus you hop in is going to your destination, and confirm the fare before you get in. Pick-up and drop-off are on-demand only.

Taxis

Taxis are readily available for hire 24 hours a day at taxi ranks in the ground transportation area. There are no meters, so negotiate a fare with the driver before starting your journey. A typical ride between the airport and the city center takes about 15 minutes, and to/from the coastal tourist area can take around 30 minutes.

Last updated: 2026-02-25

This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning. All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or write a review.