Travelling from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Athens International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is 2 hours 20 minutes.
Athens and Sharm El Sheikh are both in the UTC+2 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Your ATH to SSH flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Aegean Airlines is your gateway to discovering Sharm El Sheikh (and perhaps some other great parts of Egypt!). Check out the direct flights from Athens International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport offered by this airline.
Aegean Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance for ATH to SSH flights is Aegean Airlines.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Athens International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between ATH and SSH include:
Istanbul Airport
Cairo Airport
Amman Queen Alia Airport
Handy information about Athens International Airport (ATH)
Of the departures from Athens International Airport, 76% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Athens to Athens International Airport is approximately 32 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of about 40 minutes on public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to ATH? If you're boarding an early flight from Athens International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
If you're getting in on a late Athens International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near SSH:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Sharm El Sheikh Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Budget or Sixt and experience the lesser-explored corners of Sharm El Sheikh and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Sharm El Sheikh Airport about two weeks in advance.
When to fly to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The quietest month for a flight from Athens International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is March, while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Sharm El Sheikh based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Sharm El Sheikh is August, with temperatures ranging between 27ºC (81ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Lock in your flights from Athens International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ATH to SSH in January. Average temperatures are between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of Egypt
You've done Sharm El Sheikh, now it's time to explore other corners of Egypt. Travel around 386 kilometers north-west to Cairo to tick off its leading attractions. From Gizeh Plateau to TUTANKHAMUN'S TREASURE and River Nile, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Giza is another sought-after destination in Egypt and is around 386 kilometers north-west of Sharm El Sheikh. No trip is complete without experiencing Great Sphinx of Giza, Great Pyramid of Giza and Khufu Pyramid.
