Manchester, Greater Manchester to Hurghada (MAN–HRG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MAN–HRG is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. easyJet and Britannia Airways Ltd. lead the route. The flight covers 2,576 miles in approximately 5h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 33 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U2 easyJet | 7 | 320 | 5h30 | – | – | – |
| BY Britannia Airways Ltd. | 3 | 7M8 | 5h30 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Hurghada from Manchester, Greater Manchester
| Metric | MAN→HRG | LPL→HRG | EMA→HRG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MAN | – | 24 mi | 53 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 10 | 6 | 1 |
| Flight time | 5h 30m | 5h 30m | 5h 20m |
Travel Essentials
MAN: GMT · HRG: EET
When it's 6:00 PM in Manchester, Greater Manchester, 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.
The Metrolink tram (Airport line) connects Manchester city centre (Piccadilly) to the airport in about 55 minutes for £4.50–£5.50, running until midnight. The dedicated rail service from Manchester Piccadilly takes only 20 minutes (£4.80 off-peak) and runs frequently from 06:00 to 23:00. Direct trains also serve Liverpool, Leeds, Sheffield, and other northern cities.National Express coaches connect the airport to London Victoria (3h15, from £10) and many regional cities. Taxis from the city centre cost £25–40 depending on traffic. The airport is well-signed from the M56 motorway with on-site multi-storey parking (Terminal 1/2/3 all have adjacent structures).
MAN–HRG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MAN to HRG
Manchester Airport (MAN) and Hurghada International Airport (HRG) are connected by nonstop service from Britannia Airways Ltd. and easyJet. With 10 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
MAN to HRG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MAN to HRG ranges from 5 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,576 miles (4,146 km). There are approximately 10 weekly flights outbound and 10 return, totaling 20 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
33 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via SSH. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Liverpool (LPL), Nottingham, Leicestershire (EMA) and Birmingham, West Midlands (BHX).