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How to get a taxi from Hurghada airport without a working bank card?

Based on 2 discussions with 3 participants · Last activity: 5 days ago

TL;DR

Head to the second barrier outside the airport where taxis wait — negotiate the price and return pickup time upfront, pay cash on the way back. Alternatively, ask someone at the airport to book a Yandex taxi for you and pay them cash.

What the community said

You can ask the hotel reception to call a taxi for you — a handy option if you don't have a local SIM card or app.

5 days ago Hotel reception

Taxis in Hurghada can be paid for in US dollars — drivers generally accept foreign currency.

5 days ago

Install the InDrive app and book a taxi through it — hailing a cab on the street will cost more. An internet connection is required to use the app.

5 days ago InDrive

ABC Taxi is worth trying — reportedly cheaper than booking through tourist websites.

5 days ago ABC Taxi

When booking a taxi online, the app may show card payment as an option, but drivers often switch to cash payment in practice — always have local currency on hand.

5 days ago

Exit the terminal and walk to the second barrier — that's where taxis wait. Agree on the fare and the return pickup time right away. Payment is made in cash on the return trip.

5 days ago Second barrier, Hurghada Airport

If your bank card doesn't work, ask someone at the airport to book a Yandex taxi on your behalf and reimburse them in cash. This is a practical workaround if you don't have a local SIM card yet.

5 days ago Yandex Taxi