Flying from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
2 hours 43 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Sharm El Sheikh is 1 hour behind Istanbul and operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
Take your pick of 13 weekly flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. The 00:40 departure with Turkish Airlines is the earliest you can take between IST and SSH. Turkish Airlines operates the last service of the day at 22:15 if you're not into early starts.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Turkish Airlines is your ticket to exploring Sharm El Sheikh (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Egypt!). Choose from the direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport offered by this carrier.
If you want to break up your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, consider adding a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a city that interests you. The top stopovers on the IST - SSH route are:
Antalya Airport
Queen Alia International Airport
Naples International Airport
To find out whether you need a visa to enter Egypt, contact your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll have the latest information, including other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from IST to SSH.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
C$156 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Return flights start from C$313. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Get cheap flight tickets from IST to SSH by booking at least 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Getting a cheap ticket from IST to SSH is straightforward with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.
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Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Located around 48 kilometres from the center of Istanbul, Istanbul Ataturk Airport can be reached in approximately 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to IST? If you've booked an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SSH instead:
Getting from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm El Sheikh Airport to the center of Sharm El Sheikh is about 7 minutes in a car. It's approximately 5 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
Traveling on public transport will take you around 51 minutes.
When to fly to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The quietest month for a flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Sharm El Sheikh based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport for August if you want to go to Sharm El Sheikh during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 27ºC and 38ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 11ºC and 22ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from IST to SSH sometime then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Sharm El Sheikh
As soon as you've booked your flights from IST to SSH, you'll need to find a place to stay in Sharm El Sheikh. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this exciting destination:
Naama Bay and Soho Square Dancing Fountain are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Sharm El Sheikh to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Sharm El Sheikh Museum.
Complete your Sharm El Sheikh trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, browse the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Sharm El Sheikh trip.