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)
Central Istanbul to Istanbul Airport is approximately 40 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to IST? If you're boarding an early flight from Istanbul Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
If you're coming in on a late Istanbul Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near SSH:
Follow your own route with a Sharm El Sheikh Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Avis, Budget or Sixt and venture far and wide through Sharm El Sheikh and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Sharm El Sheikh Airport about two weeks before your trip.
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.