Taxis at Hurghada Airport have no meter, so the fare is whatever you agree, and it depends a lot on who is asking and when. Travellers in 2025 and 2026 report paying about 200 to 1,000 Egyptian pounds (roughly $4 to $20) to Hurghada city, and considerably more to Makadi Bay, El Gouna or Soma Bay. If you would rather not negotiate, a pre-booked fixed-price transfer with iNeed starts at {{ pFrom }} for your whole party.
Few questions about Hurghada come up as often as the taxi fare from the airport. An honest answer has two parts: a price range, so you have a number in mind, and the reason you will still need to agree the fare on the spot.
The ranges below come from traveller reports and travel sites in 2025 and 2026. They are not official tariffs. The exchange rate was recently around 50 pounds to the US dollar.
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Taxi fares by area
| Destination | Drive | Reported taxi fares |
|---|---|---|
| Hurghada City & Marina | about 15 min | 200 to 1,000 EGP ($4 to $20) |
| Sahl Hasheesh | about 20 min | about 500 to 1,500 EGP ($10 to $30) |
| Makadi Bay | about 30 min | about 500 to 2,000 EGP ($10 to $40) |
| El Gouna | about 35 min | about 700 to 2,000 EGP ($14 to $40) |
| Soma Bay | about 45 min | about 2,000 to 3,500 EGP ($40 to $70) |
Why such wide ranges? Airport taxi drivers often quote tourists far more than locals, more at night than in the day, and more in euros or pounds sterling than in Egyptian pounds. Taxis also pay a small fee to enter the airport, which they pass on to you.
How to agree a fair price
- 1Agree before the bags go in. Once your suitcases are in the boot, you have lost your bargaining power.
- 2Confirm the total and the currency. “500” can mean pounds, euros or dollars. Ask: total price, for the whole car, in which currency?
- 3Check luggage and passengers. Make sure the price is per car and includes your bags.
- 4Pay with small notes. Drivers often have no change, and “no change” quietly turns into a tip.
- 5Walk away if it feels wrong. There are plenty of taxis. If the price does not suit you, move politely to the next one.
Ask your hotel before you travel what a fair fare is. With that number in mind, the conversation at the taxi rank is much easier.
Common traps at the taxi rank
Uninvited bag help
Someone takes your suitcase to the car and then expects a tip. If you do not want help, say no politely and keep hold of your trolley.
The currency switch
The fare is agreed in pounds and becomes euros at the hotel. Get the currency confirmed out loud.
Per person, not per car
A fare suddenly becomes a price per person at the end. Agree “for the whole car” up front.
The wrong hotel
Many resorts have similar names. Show the name and a map pin on your phone.
Uber and Careem in Hurghada
Uber and Careem operate in Hurghada, and rides around town are often much cheaper than taxi-rank fares. Pickups at the airport are less reliable, though, and you need mobile data the moment you land. For the airport, treat an app as plan B rather than plan A, especially at night.
The alternative: a fixed price before you fly
If you would rather not haggle after a long flight, book a private transfer with a fixed price. With iNeed, the price covers your whole party, is set before you fly, and your concierge waits inside the arrivals hall with your name.
- Fixed price per party, from {{ pFrom }}, no negotiating
- Met inside the arrivals hall, by name
- Every bag carried to the car
- Your flight is tracked, so delays are covered
- On WhatsApp before you fly: your concierge’s name, photo and meeting point
Frequently asked questions
How much is a taxi from Hurghada Airport to my hotel?
Are taxis at Hurghada Airport metered?
Can I pay a Hurghada taxi in euros or pounds sterling?
Is there Uber at Hurghada Airport?
Is a private transfer more expensive than a taxi?
Written by the iNeed concierge team in Hurghada. Last updated .