Flying from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Birmingham International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is 5 hours 40 minutes. Sharm El Sheikh's timezone is UTC+2, making Sharm El Sheikh 2 hours ahead of Birmingham.
Flights from Birmingham International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport start from 00:00 — the earliest with TUI Airways. The last flight of the day is the 23:50 service with TUI Airways. Overall, you can choose from 7 weekly services between BHX and SSH.
Traveling over a peak time like June? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
TUI Airways is your ticket to exploring Sharm El Sheikh (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Egypt!). Look through the direct flights from Birmingham International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport offered by this popular carrier.
If you'd like a stopover for your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. Here are the popular stopovers between BHX and SSH:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Antalya Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Before booking your cheap ticket from BHX to SSH, check if you need a visa to enter Egypt. Visa and travel document requirements may differ and are updated often. For the most up-to-date information, get in touch with the nearest consulate or embassy of your destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is C$115. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$240. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book 3 months before you want to travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from BHX to SSH.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Birmingham International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Birmingham International Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Birmingham. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 23 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 48 minutes.
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Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Birmingham International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near SSH instead:
Getting from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm El Sheikh Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from the center of Sharm El Sheikh. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 7 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes about 51 minutes.
When to fly to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The quietest month for a flight from Birmingham International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Sharm El Sheikh based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Sharm El Sheikh is August, with temperatures ranging between 27ºC and 38ºC. Book your flights from Birmingham International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flight tickets from BHX to SSH in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC and 22ºC on average.
More about Sharm El Sheikh
Once you've booked your flights from BHX to SSH, you'll want to find somewhere to stay in Sharm El Sheikh. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting city:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Naama Bay, Soho Square Dancing Fountain and Sharm El Sheikh Museum are among the things you can't miss in Sharm El Sheikh.
Complete your Sharm El Sheikh trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Sharm El Sheikh Airport — next on the list is finding a great place to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Sharm El Sheikh.
