Pendik, Istanbul to Hurghada (SAW–HRG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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SAW–HRG is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Pegasus and Valuair lead the route. The flight covers 982 miles in approximately 2h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 44 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PC Pegasus | 16 | 321 | 2h40-2h51 | – | – | – |
| VF Valuair | 2 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Hurghada from Pendik, Istanbul
| Metric | SAW→HRG | IST→HRG |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from SAW | – | 40 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 16 | 6 |
| Flight time | 2h 40m | 1h 50m |
Travel Essentials
SAW: +03 · HRG: EEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Pendik, Istanbul, it's 6:00 PM in Hurghada.
Turkish passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Egypt for tourism purposes. The visa is single-entry, valid for 30 days, and costs $25 paid at the visa counter before immigration in cash (USD, EUR, or GBP accepted). Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. An e-visa is also available through visa2egypt.gov.eg, processed within 3 to 5 working days, costing $25 for single entry or $60 for multiple entry.
At Cairo International Airport (CAI), buy the visa sticker at one of the bank counters before passport control, then proceed to the immigration desk. The process takes 15 to 30 minutes depending on queue length. For stays beyond 30 days, extend your visa at the Mugamma building in Tahrir Square, Cairo, or at a passport office in other governorates. The extension costs about EGP 700 (roughly TRY 770).
Direct flights from Istanbul (IST) to Cairo run about 2 hours 30 minutes on Turkish Airlines and EgyptAir. Istanbul to Hurghada (HRG) and Sharm el-Sheikh (SSH) run about 2 hours 45 minutes, with seasonal service expanding during summer. Egypt uses the Egyptian pound (EGP), trading at roughly 1.1 EGP per TRY 1. ATMs are common in cities and resort areas. Card payments work at hotels, malls, and tourist restaurants. Uber and Careem operate in Cairo, Alexandria, and Hurghada.
SAW–HRG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SAW to HRG
Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) and Hurghada International Airport (HRG) are connected by nonstop service from Pegasus and Valuair. With 16 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
SAW to HRG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SAW to HRG ranges from 2 hours 40 minutes to 2 hours 51 minutes. The route covers a distance of 982 miles (1,580 km). There are approximately 16 weekly flights outbound and 21 return, totaling 37 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
44 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via RMF. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Istanbul (IST).