Flying from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Hurghada Airport (HRG): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Hurghada Airport is 5 hours 20 minutes.
Helsinki and Hurghada are in the same timezone, UTC+2.
Give yourself enough time to catch your HEL to HRG flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like September, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Travelling to Hurghada (and then seeing more of Egypt!) is a cinch with Norwegian Air Sweden. This popular airline offers direct flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Hurghada Airport.
Most passengers choose to fly with Norwegian Air Sweden on this route.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Hurghada Airport. Here are the top stopovers between HEL and HRG:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Munich Airport
Oslo Gardermoen Airport
Handy information about Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
84% of flights departing from Helsinki Vantaa Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. With its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from HEL.
Central Helsinki to Helsinki Vantaa Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
You can expect a trip time of about 30 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Hurghada Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to HEL:
Arriving at Hurghada Airport (HRG)
Reserve a hotel close to HRG if you're taking a late Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Hurghada Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Hurghada Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Auto-Union or Alamo and explore beyond Hurghada's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Hurghada Airport around two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Hurghada Airport (HRG) to central Hurghada
Hurghada Airport to central Hurghada has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Hurghada Airport (HRG)
The quietest month for a flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Hurghada Airport is March, while April is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Hurghada based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Hurghada Airport for August if you'd like to go to Hurghada during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from HEL to HRG in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
Explore more of Egypt
You've done Hurghada, now it's time to explore more of Egypt. Travel around 402 kilometres north-west to Cairo to check off its must-visit sights. From Gizeh Plateau to TUTANKHAMUN'S TREASURE and River Nile, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Egypt, head for Giza, about 402 kilometres north-west of Hurghada. Great Sphinx of Giza, Great Pyramid of Giza and Khufu Pyramid are key reasons to visit.