Travelling from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to Dubai: what you need to know
Dubai is 2 hours ahead of Sharm El Sheikh, where Sharm El Sheikh Airport is located. Dubai operates on the UTC+4 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your flight from SSH to Dubai. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for flights from SSH to Dubai, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
If you have a passport from Egypt, you will need an e-visa to enter United Arab Emirates. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Dubai for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check the visa rules before you make travel plans and definitely before flying.
Travelling from central Sharm El Sheikh to SSH takes approximately 51 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 7 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near SSH. Whether you've booked an early flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Dubai or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to Dubai
C$215 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Dubai. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$401. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SSH to Dubai if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
Getting cheap tickets from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Dubai is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to show the lowest fares across each month and snap up a great deal.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Dubai. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you about 16 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 49 minutes.
Book a hotel close to DXB if you're catching a late flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Dubai. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) is around 56 kilometres from central Dubai. After your flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Dubai, it'll take you around 45 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also opt for public transport, which will take around 2 hours and 5 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near DWC. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from SSH to Dubai:
Best time to go to Dubai
July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Dubai while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Dubai, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Book your flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Dubai for July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 30ºC to 42ºC.
Search for cheap flights from SSH to Dubai in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Dubai
Once you've booked your flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Dubai, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dubai:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism are must-do's during your Dubai adventure.
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