Flights From London to Hurghada — Gatwick and Stansted Complete Guide
London is the primary UK departure point for Hurghada — both Gatwick (LGW) and Stansted (STN) offer direct services to Hurghada International Airport (HRG). This guide covers all options and how to choose between them.
London Gatwick to Hurghada
Gatwick is the main London departure point for Hurghada. easyJet operates scheduled services from Gatwick year-round — the most flexible option for independent travellers who want specific dates. TUI operates package-focused services from Gatwick with excellent frequency in peak season. Flight time from Gatwick: approximately 5 hours 15 minutes.
London Stansted to Hurghada
Stansted sees seasonal charter and scheduled services to Hurghada, typically operated by Ryanair and various charter carriers depending on season. Stansted is generally better for budget pricing but has less year-round reliability than Gatwick. Check both airports when price-comparing — the fare difference can be significant.
Gatwick vs Stansted — Which to Choose
For reliability and year-round service: Gatwick. For potentially cheaper fares on flexible dates: check Stansted. For central London access: Stansted (Elizabeth line to Paddington 30 minutes) and Gatwick (Thameslink to St Pancras 30 minutes) are broadly comparable. For South London and Surrey residents: Gatwick wins easily. For East London and Essex: Stansted may be more convenient.
London to Hurghada Pricing
London to Hurghada fares vary enormously by season and advance booking: peak winter (February): £180–£350 return typical. Summer low season: £100–£200 return possible with good booking timing. Christmas/New Year: £300–£500+ for late bookers. Use Google Flights to compare dates — the fare calendar view shows the cheapest days in a given month instantly.
Package Holidays From London
TUI, Jet2 Holidays, easyJet Holidays, and On the Beach all offer complete packages from London airports. For first-time visitors, packages simplify the booking process and often include transfers that independent bookers frequently forget to budget for (Hurghada airport transfers cost £10–£20/person each way — worth comparing against package total cost).
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