Hurghada to London (HRG–LGW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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HRG–LGW is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. easyJet and Britannia Airways Ltd. lead the route. The flight covers 2,423 miles in approximately 5h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 33 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U2 easyJet | 16 | 320 | 5h35-6h | – | – | – |
| BY Britannia Airways Ltd. | 4 | 7M8, 7S8 | 5h55-6h05 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach London from Hurghada
| Metric | HRG→LGW | SSH→LGW | RMF→LGW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from HRG | – | 66 mi | 122 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 4 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 20 | 31 | 1 |
| Flight time | 5h 35m | 5h 4m | 6h 5m |
Travel Essentials
HRG: EET · LGW: GMT
When it's 6:00 PM in Hurghada, it's 4:00 PM in London.
Egyptian passport holders require a Standard Visitor Visa to enter the United Kingdom. The visa must be obtained from the UK embassy or a VFS visa center before travel and allows stays of up to 6 months. Biometrics (photo and fingerprints) are collected as part of the application. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay, and proof of ties to Egypt (employment, property, family) is required.
The Gatwick Express departs the South Terminal every 15 minutes to London Victoria (30 min, from £21.50). Thameslink services are cheaper and provide direct access to Farringdon, City Thameslink, Blackfriars, and London Bridge; useful for destinations in the City and East London. Both terminal buildings are connected by a free inter-terminal monorail shuttle (2 min).Taxis from arrivals queue outside; metered fares to central London typically run £70–100 and can exceed this during peak hours. Uber and other ride-shares operate from a designated zone. Rental car desks are in both terminal buildings.
Temperate maritime climate. Winters (November–February) are cool and grey at 3–9°C, with fog, low cloud, and occasional light snow causing moderate delay risks. Summers (June–August) are mild at 18–25°C. Heat waves are increasingly common and can affect ramp operations. Rain falls year-round with no dry season.
Wind is a more frequent disruption factor than snow at Gatwick. The airport has a single active runway and is sensitive to crosswinds. Autumn storms (October–November) occasionally cause significant delays.
HRG–LGW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from HRG to LGW
Hurghada International Airport (HRG) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) are connected by nonstop service from Britannia Airways Ltd. and easyJet. With 20 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
HRG to LGW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from HRG to LGW ranges from 5 hours 35 minutes to 6 hours 5 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,423 miles (3,900 km). There are approximately 20 weekly flights outbound and 17 return, totaling 37 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
33 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 10 hours via SSH. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Sharm El Sheikh (SSH), Marsa Alam (RMF) and Luxor (LXR).