Flying from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to Paris: what you need to know
Paris is 1 hour behind Sharm El Sheikh, where Sharm El Sheikh Airport is located. Paris operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from SSH to Paris, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for flights from SSH to Paris, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
You'll need an embassy visa for France if you hold a passport from Egypt and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements change frequently. So before you book your cheap ticket from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Paris, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
Located around 5 kilometres from central Sharm El Sheikh, SSH can be reached in approximately 7 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 51 minutes.
Want a handy hotel near SSH? If you're boarding an early flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Paris, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to Paris
C$86 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Paris. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$232. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from SSH to Paris. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Paris across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is around 27 kilometres from central Paris. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 44 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near CDG if you have a late flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Paris. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Once your flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Paris has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 34 minutes by car. Central Paris is roughly 19 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY).
You can also travel using public transport, which typically takes 57 minutes.
After your flight from SSH to Paris, kick back at a hotel near ORY. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Paris
June is the most popular month for flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Paris. To escape the crowds, head for Paris in February when it's quieter.
Before booking a flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Paris, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Paris, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 29ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from SSH to Paris in January when temperatures average between -2ºC and 9ºC.
More about Paris
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Paris right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Paris:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Paris itinerary.
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