Marsa Alam travel guide
Marsa Alam Tourism | Marsa Alam Guide
You're Going to Love Marsa Alam
With a population of 10.000, Marsa Alam is a must-see destination in Al Bahr al Ahmar, Egypt. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Marsa Alam has to offer.
When to visit Marsa Alam
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Marsa Alam in July, when the average temperature is 87.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 95 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 55.4 °F, with an average temperature of 64.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 0.1″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Marsa Alam, with an average rainfall of 0″.
How to Get to Marsa Alam
Plane
When flying to Marsa Alam, you’ll arrive at Marsa Alam (RMF), which is located 39 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Marsa Alam from the United States departs from New York and takes around 34h 55m.
Car
Another option to get to Marsa Alam is to pick up a car rental from Hurghada, which is about 166 miles from Marsa Alam. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Avis, among others, in Hurghada.
Airports near Marsa Alam
Airlines serving Marsa Alam
Where to stay in Marsa Alam
Average rates range from around $59 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $81 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Marsa Alam
Most booked hotels in Marsa Alam
Renting a car in Marsa Alam
Renting a car in Marsa Alam costs $53 per day, on average, or $264 if you want to rent if for 5 days.
Expect to pay $1.06 per gallon in Marsa Alam (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $12.72 and $16.96. The most frequently booked car type in Marsa Alam is Compact (Renault Logan or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Class Economy Car or similar) are, on average, 11% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.