Cheap flights from Istanbul to Sharm El Sheikh

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Flight deals from Istanbul to Sharm El Sheikh

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from P13,061. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Sharm El Sheikh

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Sharm El Sheikh flights are currently cheapest in January.

Direct flights from Istanbul to Sharm El Sheikh

Istanbul to Sharm El Sheikh: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Istanbul to Sharm El Sheikh below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Sharm El Sheikh.

Istanbul to Sharm El Sheikh: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP6,289
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time2 hrs, 55 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week20

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Sharm El Sheikh: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Sharm El Sheikh is P13,055. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 55 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Sharm El Sheikh.
Turkish Airlines and EgyptAir fly direct from Istanbul to Sharm El Sheikh.
As of July 2026, there are 20 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Sharm El Sheikh.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Sharm El Sheikh is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport on Friday, 16 October 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 55 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Sharm El Sheikh but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Sharm El Sheikh is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Turkish Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Sharm El Sheikh.

Flying from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from Istanbul Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 45 minutes.

  • Sharm El Sheikh is one hour behind Istanbul and is in the UTC+2 timezone.

  • Flights from IST to SSH start at 02:10 — the earliest with Turkish Airlines. The last service of the day is at 09:15 with Turkish Airlines. Overall, you can choose from 14 weekly Istanbul Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flights.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your IST to SSH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.

  • During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.

  • Turkish Airlines is your ticket to exploring Sharm El Sheikh (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Egypt!). Browse the direct flights from Istanbul Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport offered by this airline.

  • Most passengers choose to fly with Turkish Airlines on this route.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Istanbul Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between IST and SSH include:

    • Cairo Airport

    • Antalya Airport

    • Amman Queen Alia Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)

  • At the moment, P6,289 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is P13,055. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To score cheap tickets from IST to SSH, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from IST to SSH by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Istanbul Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport.

Handy information about Istanbul Airport (IST)

Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)

Getting from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh

  • Sharm El Sheikh Airport to the centre of Sharm El Sheikh has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometers away.

  • Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.

When to fly to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)

  • April is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Sharm El Sheikh in March.

  • The warmest month in Sharm El Sheikh is August, with the temperature ranging between 27ºC (81ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Book your flights from Istanbul Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • January has average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Look for cheap tickets from IST to SSH sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Egypt

  • Cairo is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Sharm El Sheikh. Around 386 kilometers away to the north-west, top sights here include Gizeh Plateau, TUTANKHAMUN'S TREASURE and River Nile.

  • Around 386 kilometers north-west of Sharm El Sheikh, Giza is another favourite stop in Egypt. Experience major highlights starting with Great Sphinx of Giza, Great Pyramid of Giza and Khufu Pyramid.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.