Flying from Nairobi to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Nairobi. Check out your options departing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL) when organizing your flight from Nairobi to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH).
The timezone in Sharm El Sheikh is UTC+2, which is 1 hour behind Nairobi. Sharm El Sheikh Airport is located in Sharm El Sheikh.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Nairobi to SSH. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Nairobi to SSH. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Take a pause at one of these airports:
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
The distance from central Nairobi to NBO is roughly 14 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether in your own car or with public transport.
After a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Nairobi to Sharm El Sheikh Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Wilson Airport (WIL)
Split up your flight from Nairobi to Sharm El Sheikh Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Wilson Airport and SSH include:
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
You can arrive at WIL from the centre of Nairobi in approximately 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 46 minutes to travel the 3 kilometres or so.
You're off on vacation, so why not extend it with an extra night away? Consider staying at one of these accommodation options near Wilson Airport the day before your flight from Nairobi to SSH:
About Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Nairobi to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SSH instead:
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 7 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 51 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is C$554. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$680. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up flight tickets from Nairobi to SSH, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Getting flight tickets from Nairobi to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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The best time to fly from Nairobi to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
February is the quietest time to travel to Sharm El Sheikh. Alternatively, join the crowds and get away in August. This is the busiest month for flights from Nairobi to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
The warmest month in Sharm El Sheikh is August, with the temperature ranging between 27ºC and 38ºC. Lock in your flights from Nairobi to SSH in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from Nairobi to Sharm El Sheikh Airport in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 11ºC and 22ºC on average.
More about Sharm El Sheikh
After booking your flight from Nairobi to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sharm El Sheikh:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Naama Bay, Soho Square Dancing Fountain and Sharm El Sheikh Museum are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Sharm El Sheikh itinerary.
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