Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is 2 hours 20 minutes. Sharm El Sheikh's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Sharm El Sheikh 1 hour behind Riyadh.
There are 11 flights from King Khaled International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport weekly. Take the 00:01 flight if you want to be on your way as soon as possible. If you'd prefer to leave later, the last flight from RUH to SSH departs at 23:10.
Traveling over a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Saudia runs direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Book with this popular airline, and get ready to check out the sights in Sharm El Sheikh — and maybe even more of Egypt if time allows.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all the options for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between RUH and SSH include:
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Cairo International Airport
Bahrain International Airport
Don't forget, you might need a visa to enter Egypt. Visa requirements vary and travel documentation requirements change often. Before organizing your cheap ticket from RUH to SSH, be sure to check with your carrier and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is C$158. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$309. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To get your hands on cheap flight tickets from RUH to SSH, book your journey 8 months before the departure date.
April is the cheapest month for flight tickets from King Khaled International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of searching for cheap flight tickets from RUH to SSH every day.
Use filters to tailor your flights from King Khaled International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Enter your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Central Riyadh to King Khaled International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 33 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to RUH? If you're catching an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from King Khaled International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Check in to 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 get to the center driving.
It takes around 51 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Sharm El Sheikh. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Sharm El Sheikh is August, with the temperature ranging between 27ºC and 38ºC. Book your flights from King Khaled International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 11ºC and 22ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from RUH to SSH sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Sharm El Sheikh
Once you've booked your flights from RUH to SSH, you'll want to find a hotel in Sharm El Sheikh. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this city:
Every great journey 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 got your cheap ticket to Sharm El Sheikh Airport — now it's time to find a great place to stay, and perhaps 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.
