Where to buy a SIM card with data in Hurghada — at the airport or in town?
Based on 2 discussions with 3 participants · Last activity: 4 days ago
TL;DR
It's convenient to buy a SIM card right at Hurghada airport, but ask the seller to show you the operator's app and confirm the actual GB balance loaded on the SIM before you pay, since discrepancies happen often.
What the community said
Sellers at the airport sometimes quote more GB than they actually load — insist they install the carrier's app in front of you and show the real data balance on the SIM.
4 days ago Check GB via carrier app
One traveler recommends buying the SIM at an official telecom shop counter rather than from random vendors — they personally bought theirs right at the airport.
4 days ago Official telecom shop at the airport
A traveler asked whether it's worth buying a SIM card right upon arrival at Hurghada airport for internet access.
4 days ago