Taxis in Egypt: Apps, Prices and How Not to Overpay in Hurghada and Sharm
Which taxi app to use in Egypt depends on the resort: in Hurghada all three big services operate, while in Sharm it is best to rely on inDrive and Careem. Below: the apps compared, approximate prices in 2026, rules for street taxis and when it is better to book a transfer in advance.
Which taxi apps work in Egypt
| App | Hurghada | Sharm El Sheikh | Feature |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uber | Yes | Patchy | Fixed price before the ride |
| Careem | Yes | Yes | Works with local taxis and knows addresses well |
| inDrive | Yes | Yes | You propose a price; drivers accept or counter-offer |
Taxi prices in Hurghada in 2026
How to use a street taxi without overpaying
Street taxis in the resorts run without a meter, or with a meter that is “broken”. That is normal — just follow a few rules:
- Give the address and ask the price before getting in. The first price is almost always inflated — feel free to offer half.
- Check the currency. Is “hundred” 100 pounds or 100 dollars? Better to show the note.
- Have small notes ready. “No change” is a classic.
- Pay at the end of the ride, not at the start.
When to book a transfer instead
Taxis are fine for short trips around town. For the airport, distant areas or travel between resorts, a fixed-price transfer is more convenient: the driver meets you with a name sign, waits if your flight is delayed, a child seat is available on request, and you do not have to haggle with suitcases in hand.
This is especially true for Makadi, Sahl Hasheesh, Soma Bay and El Gouna — app drivers often refuse to go there, and street drivers quote a “resort” price. See our transfers in Egypt: the price is known in advance and you pay the driver.
Transfer · Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm El Sheikh Airport Transfer
- Group
- On request
Can you take a taxi to another city
For long distances people do not take taxis — they go on a tour or book a transfer. First check the travel time: from Hurghada to Cairo and Luxor, from Sharm to Cairo and Dahab. What to see by taxi in Hurghada itself is in “Things to do in Hurghada”.
