Flights From Dublin to Hurghada — Ireland's Complete Guide
Irish travellers have growing access to Hurghada from Dublin Airport — direct and connecting services making the Red Sea increasingly accessible from Ireland.
Dublin to Hurghada Flight Options
Direct charter services from Dublin to Hurghada operate seasonally — primarily through Sunway Holidays and various Irish charter operators during peak season (October–April). Ryanair occasionally includes Red Sea routes in its winter programme. For year-round flexibility, the most reliable option is a connecting service via London (easyJet/TUI from Gatwick, 1 hour from Dublin) — total journey time of approximately 7–8 hours.
Flight Time Dublin to Hurghada
Direct: approximately 5 hours 45 minutes. Via London or other European hub: 7–9 hours total depending on layover time.
Alternatives to Direct Flights
Dublin to Cairo (EgyptAir direct, approximately 5.5 hours) then domestic to Hurghada (1 hour flight or 5-hour road). This route works well for visitors wanting to combine Cairo sightseeing with a Hurghada beach stay. Dublin to Hurghada via Frankfurt or Amsterdam (Lufthansa, KLM) are reliable year-round connecting options.
Irish Visitor Numbers to Hurghada
Ireland has a growing Hurghada visitor market — the strong Irish interest in winter sun travel and the competitive Red Sea pricing relative to Canaries alternatives drives demand. Several Irish property buyers have purchased in Hurghada, attracted by the entry price points (from £15,000) that are far below comparable Irish property investment opportunities.
Booking From Ireland
Check Skyscanner with Dublin as departure airport for the full range of Hurghada options including charter packages through Irish tour operators. Sunway Holidays and Clickandgo are the primary Irish tour operators with Hurghada programmes.
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