Travelling from Glasgow to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): What you need to know
Put your holiday plans into action by considering where you'll catch your flight from Glasgow to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH). Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are the two main airports in Glasgow.
Hop on a direct Glasgow to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours 50 minutes.
Sharm El Sheikh Airport is located in Sharm El Sheikh. The city runs on the UTC+2 timezone and is two hours ahead of Glasgow.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Glasgow to SSH.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Glasgow to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) depart from this terminal.
When jetting out of GLA, you can catch a direct flight from Glasgow to Sharm El Sheikh Airport with TUI.
TUI is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from GLA to SSH.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Glasgow to SSH. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Glasgow International Airport (GLA). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
GLA is about 14 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Glasgow International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Glasgow to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, these stays will put you conveniently close to check-in:
Of the flights that depart from Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% touch down on time at their destination.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
You can arrive at PIK from the centre of Glasgow in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 55 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Glasgow to SSH flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Glasgow Prestwick Airport:
76.7% of flights leaving Glasgow Prestwick Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Glasgow to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near SSH instead:
Pick up a Sharm El Sheikh Airport rental car and explore Sharm El Sheikh and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Budget and Sixt are top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around two weeks ahead of your Glasgow to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight.
Getting from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm El Sheikh Airport is around 5 kilometres from central Sharm El Sheikh. It takes around 5 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
P5,260 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Return flights start from P11,517. These prices can change depending on availability.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Glasgow to SSH. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Glasgow to Sharm El Sheikh Airport ticket.
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Save money on your flight from Glasgow to Sharm El Sheikh Airport by using filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Glasgow to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Glasgow to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH). August is when most people visit Sharm El Sheikh. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, think about going in February.
Lock in a Glasgow to SSH plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Sharm El Sheikh to range from 27ºC (81ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Glasgow to Sharm El Sheikh Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Sharm El Sheikh
After booking your flight from Glasgow to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sharm El Sheikh:
Shark's Bay Beach and Коралловый риф (coral reef) are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Sharm El Sheikh must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Naama Bay.
Explore more of Egypt
Sharm El Sheikh has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Egypt waiting to be discovered. Around 290 kilometres north-west of Sharm El Sheikh, a trip to Suez will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Ali Ibn Abi Taleb Mosque, Fatima Zahra Mosque and Suez National Museum.
Dishnā is another well-known destination in Egypt and is around 274 kilometres south-west of Sharm El Sheikh. No trip is complete without visiting قرية الحمدية Al hamdiah, المسجد العمري and نادي العائلات بالعزازية.
