Flying from Menara Airport (RAK) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
Sharm El Sheikh is one hour ahead of Marrakech and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Your RAK 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 for international travel.
Travelling during a peak month like March? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Menara Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Here are the top stopovers between RAK and SSH:
Milano Malpensa Airport
London Gatwick Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Menara Airport (RAK) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
P4,649 is the lowest price for a one-way Menara Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight. Return flights start from P11,752. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from RAK to SSH. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when looking for a flight from Menara Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport.
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Handy information about Menara Airport (RAK)
73.36% of flights that take off from Menara Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To get to Menara Airport from central Marrakech, it takes around 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near RAK? If you're catching an early flight from Menara Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
If you're landing on a late Menara Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near SSH:
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 providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Sharm El Sheikh Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm El Sheikh Airport to central Sharm El Sheikh has a drive time of about 5 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
August is the busiest month for flights from Menara Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Sharm El Sheikh in February.
The warmest month in Sharm El Sheikh is August, with temperatures ranging between 27ºC (81ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Lock in your flights from Menara Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Look for cheap tickets from RAK to SSH around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Sharm El Sheikh. Around 386 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include giza pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili.
Around 386 kilometres north-west of Sharm El Sheikh, Giza is another favourite stop in Egypt. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Giza Plateau, Star Card and street Nadi Alsaeed.