Flying from King Fahd International Airport (DMM) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
Sharm El Sheikh is one hour behind Dammam and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
Your DMM to SSH flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from King Fahd International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. These are the top stopovers between DMM and SSH:
Kuwait International Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Cairo International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Fahd International Airport (DMM) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way King Fahd International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight is P6,621. A round-trip plane ticket right now is P12,233. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from DMM to SSH, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from King Fahd International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across every month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about King Fahd International Airport (DMM)
83.88% of flights departing from King Fahd International Airport reach their destination on schedule. With its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from DMM.
Central Dammam to King Fahd International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
If you're landing on a late King Fahd International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near SSH:
Grab a Sharm El Sheikh Airport rental car and discover Sharm El Sheikh and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Budget and Sixt are top outlets to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Sharm El Sheikh Airport about two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh
From Sharm El Sheikh Airport, Sharm El Sheikh is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 5 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The quietest month for a flight from King Fahd International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Sharm El Sheikh based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Sharm El Sheikh is August, with temperatures ranging between 27ºC (81ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Lock in your flights from King Fahd International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from DMM to SSH in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of Egypt
Sharm El Sheikh has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Egypt just waiting to be discovered. About 386 kilometres north-west of Sharm El Sheikh, a visit to Cairo will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like giza pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili.
Giza is another must-experience destination in Egypt and is around 386 kilometres north-west of Sharm El Sheikh. No journey is complete without dropping by Giza Plateau, Star Card and street Nadi Alsaeed.