Travelling from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
Sharm El Sheikh's timezone is UTC+2, making Sharm El Sheikh two hours behind Sharjah.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your SHJ to SSH flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sharjah International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SHJ and SSH:
Queen Alia International Airport
Cairo International Airport
Bahrain International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
P7,504 is the lowest price for a one-way Sharjah International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight. A return flight starts from P14,444. These fares may change depending on demand.
To score cheap tickets from SHJ to SSH, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sharjah International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Choose your ideal 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 Sharjah International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport.
Handy information about Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
76.09% of flights that depart Sharjah International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Sharjah to Sharjah International Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near SHJ. Whether you have an early flight from Sharjah International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
If you're landing on a late Sharjah International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near SSH:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Sharm El Sheikh Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis, Budget or Sixt and see more of Sharm El Sheikh and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Sharm El Sheikh Airport around two weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
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 drive to the centre.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Sharjah International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Sharm El Sheikh. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Sharjah International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport for August if you'd like to go to Sharm El Sheikh during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 27ºC (81ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SHJ to SSH in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be explored once you've seen Sharm El Sheikh. Around 386 kilometres away to the north-west, popular 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 this destination's highlights firsthand at Giza Plateau, Star Card and street Nadi Alsaeed.