Travelling from Malta International Airport (MLA) to Hurghada International Airport (HRG): what you need to know
The timezone in Hurghada is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Valletta.
To ensure you catch your MLA to HRG flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Malta International Airport to Hurghada International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MLA and HRG:
Naples International Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Malta International Airport (MLA) to Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Malta International Airport to Hurghada International Airport flight is $387. A round-trip fare right now is $648. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MLA to HRG if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Malta International Airport to Hurghada International Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from MLA to HRG.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Malta International Airport to Hurghada International Airport.
Handy information about Malta International Airport (MLA)
72.79% of flights departing from Malta International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To get to Malta International Airport from central Valletta, it takes about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Need a handy hotel near MLA? If you're boarding an early flight from Malta International Airport to Hurghada International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
Book a hotel near HRG if you're on a late Malta International Airport to Hurghada International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Hurghada International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Auto-Union or Alamo and venture far and wide through Hurghada and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Hurghada International Airport about two weeks ahead.
Getting from Hurghada International Airport (HRG) to central Hurghada
Hurghada International Airport to the centre of Hurghada has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
When to fly to Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
August is the most popular month for flights from Malta International Airport to Hurghada International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Hurghada in May.
Before locking in your flight from Malta International Airport to Hurghada International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Hurghada, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 36ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MLA to HRG in January. Average temperatures are between 12ºC and 23ºC then.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be explored once you've seen Hurghada. Around 402 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including giza pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili.
Around 402 kilometres north-west of Hurghada, Giza is another essential stop in Egypt. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Giza Plateau, Star Card and street Nadi Alsaeed.