Marsa Alam Airport serves a stretch of the Red Sea coast that is more southern and less developed than Hurghada and Sharm el-Sheikh, prized for its well-preserved coral reef and opportunities to spot dugongs and dolphins.
It is located approximately 60 km from the city of Marsa Alam, but most resorts are distributed along the coast closer to the airport itself.
How to get to Marsa Alam International Airport
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Average travel time to RMF
Parking near Marsa Alam International Airport
Near the terminal is a small parking area.
It is not staffed; rates are generally affordable, consistent with regional standards.
How to get to Marsa Alam from RMF
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Car rental at Marsa Alam International Airport
Some car rental operators have desks in the arrivals area; however, most visitors on a package tour don't need a private vehicle.
Driver's license, passport, and credit card are basic documents; the IDP is almost always required.
Hotels near Marsa Alam International Airport
To the north, towards El Quseir
About 35-45 km north of the terminal, 35-45 minutes by car depending on the exact resort.
Best for: Travelers booking a resort on the coastal stretch towards El Quseir, with reefs for snorkelling accessible directly from the beach.
- Reefs reachable by swimming from the beach at several resorts in the area, with no need for a boat
- Prices on average lower than resorts to the south, towards Abu Dabab
- No nearby town: El Quseir itself is a small town, with little organized tourism
- Distances between one resort and another are measured in kilometres, so changing area in the evening is not practical
Recommended hotels
- Akassia Swiss Resort On the northern coast, about 35-40 km from the terminal and 10 minutes from El Quseir; reef accessible directly from the beach, among the best rated in the area for snorkelling. View availability
- Novotel Marsa Alam Beach Resort About 35-40 km from the terminal, 20 minutes south of El Quseir; 268 rooms opened in 2015, La Palme restaurant with a terrace over the sea. View availability
- Coral Hills Resort & Spa In the same area as El Quseir, near Akassia Aqua Park; a 205-room complex in desert style, about 45 km from the terminal. View availability
To the south, towards Abu Dabab Bay
About 30-45 km south of the terminal, 35-50 minutes by car depending on the exact resort.
Best for: Travelers booking a resort in the stretch south of the terminal, in the area known for Abu Dabab Bay.
- Abu Dabab Bay, one of the best-known areas of the Red Sea for spotting dugongs and sea turtles
- Large resorts, with wide beaches and organized dive centres
- Same distance from the terminal as the resorts to the north: not a more convenient option in terms of transfer
- Total isolation, identical to the stretch to the north towards El Quseir
Recommended hotels
- Hilton Marsa Alam Nubian Resort On Abu Dabab Bay, about 30 km from the terminal; over 400 rooms in Nubian style across 23 buildings, an unspoiled reef and a dive centre on the beach. View availability
- Brayka Bay Reef Resort 17 km north of central Marsa Alam, near Abu Dabab Bay and the Elphinstone reef; direct access to the coral reef from the beach. View availability
Airport services
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Terminal guide
The terminal is modest in size, consistent with more seasonal and specialized traffic (diving) compared to Hurghada and Sharm el-Sheikh.
An advance of 2-3 hours for flights is recommended.
Map of Marsa Alam International Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Why choose Marsa Alam over Hurghada or Sharm el-Sheikh?
For a more unspoiled and less crowded coral reef, with the chance to spot dugongs and dolphins: it's a destination more geared towards experienced divers than mass tourism.
Q. Are Marsa Alam resorts close to the airport?
It varies: some are only 10-20 minutes away, others, further south towards Marsa Shagra, up to an hour: always check your specific resort's distance.
Q. Is Marsa Alam safe for tourists?
Yes, it's a generally safe area, with self-contained and well-patrolled resorts along the coast.
Q. Does Marsa Alam airport have many facilities?
Only essential services are available: it's a smaller, more seasonal airport compared to Hurghada and Sharm el-Sheikh.
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