Hala'ib Population 2026
Hala'ib has a population of 27,000, making it the #200 biggest city in 🇪🇬 Egypt, located in Red Sea. It is about 356× smaller than Cairo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
27,000
Rank in Egypt
#200
Coordinates
22.22°N, 36.65°E
~4 m elevation · Africa/Cairo
Distance to capital (Cairo)
1,024 km
636 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Red Sea
| City | Population | Rank in Egypt |
|---|---|---|
| Hurghada | 207,132 | #31 |
| Safaga | 53,639 | #139 |
| Zaafarana | 46,993 | #149 |
| Ras Gharib | 44,852 | #159 |
| Banī Suwayf al Jadīdah | 32,278 | #186 |
| Al Quşayr | 24,653 | #209 |
| Ar Radīsīyah Qiblī | 16,190 | #231 |
Cities near Hala'ib
FAQ
What is the population of Hala'ib?
Hala'ib has a population of 27,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #200 biggest city in Egypt.
What region is Hala'ib in?
Hala'ib is located in Red Sea, Egypt.
Is Hala'ib the capital of Egypt?
No, the capital of Egypt is Cairo, about 1,024 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.