Nottingham, Leicestershire to Hurghada (EMA–HRG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
EMA–HRG is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. TUI Airways leads the route. The flight covers 2,524 miles in approximately 5h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BY TUI Airways | 2 | 7M8 | 5h20 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Hurghada from Nottingham, Leicestershire
| Metric | EMA→HRG | BHX→HRG | MAN→HRG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from EMA | – | 31 mi | 53 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 2 | 4 | 8 |
| Flight time | 5h 20m | 5h 20m | 5h 25m |
Travel Essentials
EMA: BST · HRG: EEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Nottingham, Leicestershire, it's 8:00 PM in Hurghada.
British passport holders need a visa for Egypt. The eVisa (visa2egypt.gov.eg) costs $25 for single-entry or $60 for multiple-entry, valid for 30 days per visit within a 90-day window. Processing takes 5 to 7 working days. Visa on arrival at Egyptian airports is also available for $25 (USD cash), but the eVisa skips the airport queue. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the entry date.
For the eVisa, upload a passport photo page scan and a digital passport-style photo. No hotel booking or flight confirmation is required at the application stage. At immigration, officers may ask for return tickets and hotel details. Sinai-only visitors (Sharm el-Sheikh, Dahab, Taba) get a free 15-day entry permit stamped at the airport, no visa needed. This permit restricts travel to South Sinai only.
Direct flights from London Heathrow to Cairo run about 5 hours on EgyptAir and British Airways. Sharm el-Sheikh charters from Gatwick and Manchester take about 5 hours 30 minutes. The Egyptian pound (EGP) trades at roughly 50 EGP per $1. ATMs at airports dispense EGP. No mandatory vaccinations for UK arrivals. Tap water is not safe to drink. Carry cash for taxis and smaller vendors, as card acceptance outside hotels and tourist restaurants is inconsistent.
EMA–HRG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from EMA to HRG
East Midlands Airport (EMA) and Hurghada International Airport (HRG) are connected by nonstop service from TUI Airways. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
EMA to HRG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from EMA to HRG is about 5 hours 20 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,524 miles (4,062 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 4 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Václav Havel, Naples and Belfast. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Birmingham, West Midlands (BHX), Manchester, Greater Manchester (MAN) and Liverpool (LPL).