Traveling from Aswan International Airport (ASW) to Abu Simbel Airport (ABS): what you need to know
Expect to be in the skies for around 52 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Aswan International Airport to Abu Simbel Airport. Aswan Daraw and Abu Simbel are in the same timezone — UTC+2.
Every week, there are 76 flights from Aswan International Airport to Abu Simbel Airport. The earliest departure from ASW to ABS is at 07:05 and the last is at 14:30.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
EgyptAir has direct flights from Aswan International Airport to Abu Simbel Airport. Book with this popular carrier, and get ready to see the sights in Abu Simbel — and maybe even more of Egypt if you have time.
If you want to explore a new city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for flights from Aswan International Airport to Abu Simbel Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Cairo International Airport is a well-known stop between ASW and ABS.
After booking your cheap ticket from ASW to ABS, get your travel documents ready. A visa or passport isn't necessary since you're flying within Egypt. As long as you have another proof of identity, such as an ID card or driver's license, you're all set.
How to find the cheapest flights from Aswan International Airport (ASW) to Abu Simbel Airport (ABS)
C$98 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Aswan International Airport to Abu Simbel Airport. Return flights start from C$200. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Get cheap flight tickets from ASW to ABS by booking 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Aswan International Airport to Abu Simbel Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
Create a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from ASW to ABS. You don't need to search every day to see whether fares have fallen. We'll notify you the moment the price changes.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Aswan International Airport to Abu Simbel Airport.
Handy information about Aswan International Airport (ASW)
Central Aswan Daraw to Aswan International Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 34 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Searching for a hotel to stay in before your flight from Aswan International Airport to Abu Simbel Airport? Consider Heissa Hostel. Get a good night's sleep here before heading to ASW.
Arriving at Abu Simbel Airport (ABS)
Consider booking a hotel close to ABS if you're taking a late flight from Aswan International Airport to Abu Simbel Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Abu Simbel Airport (ABS) to central Abu Simbel
Abu Simbel Airport to the center of Abu Simbel takes around 6 minutes by car. It's approximately 3 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
When to fly to Abu Simbel Airport (ABS)
July is the busiest month for flights from Aswan International Airport to Abu Simbel Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Abu Simbel in February.
The warmest month in Abu Simbel is August, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC and 43ºC. Lock in your flights from Aswan International Airport to Abu Simbel Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 7ºC and 27ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from ASW to ABS sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Abu Simbel
As soon as you've locked in your flights from ASW to ABS, you'll need to find a place to stay in Abu Simbel. Make one of these options your base for exploring this popular destination:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Abu Simbel Temples, Sound and Light Show - Abu Simbel and Sobek Park & Farm are popular attractions which should be on every Abu Simbel itinerary.
Complete your Abu Simbel trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked a cheap ticket to Abu Simbel Airport — now it's time to find a place to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Abu Simbel.
