Flying from Vancouver to Hurghada International Airport (HRG): What you need to know
Planning your flight from Vancouver to Hurghada International Airport (HRG) begins with finding the best airport to make your exit from. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are the main departure points in Vancouver.
Hurghada International Airport is located in Hurghada. The city runs on the UTC+2 timezone and is nine hours ahead of Vancouver.
Your flight from Vancouver to HRG won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
YVR is around 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near Vancouver International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Vancouver to Hurghada International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
71.77% of flights that take off from Vancouver International Airport land at their destination on time.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
CXH is about 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. It takes 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 15 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport the day before your Vancouver to HRG flight:
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
From central Vancouver, YXX is around 64 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour to get to the airport by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay near Abbotsford Airport and know you'll be at your gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Vancouver to Hurghada International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights touch down when they should. At YXX, that figure is 67.97%.
About Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Vancouver to Hurghada International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HRG instead:
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Booking your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Vancouver to Hurghada International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
P35,259 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Hurghada International Airport. A return flight starts from P68,992. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Vancouver to HRG if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
May is the quietest month for flights from Vancouver to Hurghada International Airport (HRG), while August is the busiest. Find the ideal time to visit Hurghada based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your Vancouver to HRG plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Hurghada, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Vancouver to Hurghada International Airport in January when temperatures are between 12ºC (54ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Hurghada
Once you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Hurghada International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Hurghada:
Yachts and speed boats Charter and Sunny Days El Palacio reef - diving site are a couple of popular attractions to put on your Hurghada must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Hurgada.
Explore more of Egypt
You've visited Hurghada, now it's time to discover more of Egypt. Travel around 209 kilometres south-west to Luxor to check off its top sights. From Temple of Karnak to Temple of Amun and Luxor Temple, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 225 kilometres west of Hurghada, Sohag is another essential stop in Egypt. Experience major highlights starting with Mosque Noor Islam, كنيسة السيدة العذراء مريم بسوهاج إيبارشيه سوهاج و المنشاة و المراغة and مسجد الزهراء.
