Cheap flights to Sharm El Sheikh airport

Discover Sharm El Sheikh

Built beside the Red Sea, Egypt's Sharm El Sheikh is one of the country's most famous resort towns. Located on the south end of the Sinai Peninsula, this port city is a favourite amongst European tourists. Sharm El Sheikh hosts lots of wonderful beaches, which are prime spots for suntanning, swimming, and diving.

Most travellers to this Egyptian destination opt to fly into Sharm El Sheikh International Airport (SSH). As the country's 3rd busiest airport, SSH provides flights from Europe, Asia, and other African countries. Skyscanner can help you find the cheapest airfare to Sharm El Sheikh with our Cheapest Month search too.

Best Time to Book a Flight to Sharm El Sheikh

Egypt's Sharm El Sheikh has an arid, subtropical climate. During wintertime, it's one of the country's warmest cities! During January, the average temperature falls between 18 °C and 23 °C, while in August, it soars to 33 °C to 37 °C. Most travellers prefer to visit in March or November, when the weather is hot without being unbearable. To find the most affordable times to fly to Egypt, sign up for Skyscanner's Price Alerts feature.

Airlines That Fly to Sharm El Sheikh

Several domestic and international airlines fly out of Sharm El Sheikh International Airport, including:

  
• Air Arabia Jordan
  
• Air Cairo
  
• EgyptAir
  
• Flynas
  
• Germania
  
• Iraqi Airways
  
• Jazeera Airways
  
• Jordan Aviation
  
• Kuwait Airways
  
• Meridiana
  
• Nile Air
  
• Pegasus Airlines
  
• Royal Jordanian
  
• Saudi
  
• Thomas Cook Airlines Belgium
  
• Turkish Airlines

What to Expect When Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport

Sharm El Sheikh International Airport is located 10km to the north from Na'ama Bay at Ras Nasrany. With a total capacity of 9.5 million passengers, this two-terminal airport is a large, spacious facility. It holds an amazing selection of dining options and shops, including Egyptian vendors that sell traditional goods, sweets, and meals.

Getting into town from the airport is possible by taxi or rental car. Buses are not legally allowed to accept tourists as passengers, unfortunately. Taxis wait outside the Arrivals area. Be prepared to bargain for a decent rate! Haggling is strongly encouraged in this Egyptian city. If you'd prefer to rent a car at SSH, Skyscanner has access to the cheapest rates.

What to See and Do in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt

A longtime hub for European holidaymakers, Sharm El Sheikh is filled with beachfront resorts. Indeed, this charming city feels immense pride in its beaches. Their turquoise waves are warm, crystal-clear, and teeming with coral reefs and colourful fish. Consequently, Sharm El Sheikh offers a wide variety of water-related activities, like scuba diving, snorkelling, and sailing. Other popular pastimes include: camel rides through the desert, taking safari tours, and off-resort dining on Egyptian barbecue and other delicacies. If you need to find an upscale hotel in Sharm El Sheikh, Skyscanner can help.