Flying from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW): what you need to know
A direct flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport takes an average of 2 hours 41 minutes. The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, making it 1 hour ahead of Sharm El Sheikh.
Choose from 10 weekly flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. The 00:10 departure with Pegasus is the earliest flight available between SSH and SAW. Pegasus operates the latest service of the day at 23:30 if early starts aren't your thing.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Pegasus has direct flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, and get ready to discover the sights in Istanbul — plus maybe even more of Türkiye (Turkey) if you have time.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between SSH and SAW are:
Cairo International Airport
Hurghada International Airport
Antalya Airport
Remember, you may need a visa to enter Türkiye (Turkey). Visa requirements can differ and travel documentation requirements often change. Before organizing your cheap ticket from SSH to SAW, be sure to check with your carrier and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for current information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
C$71 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. A return flight starts from C$151. These prices can change depending on demand.
Book 7 months before traveling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from SSH to SAW.
Schedule your trip for March. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Use filters to tailor your flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Handy information about Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
Sharm El Sheikh Airport is about 5 kilometres from central Sharm El Sheikh. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 7 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 51 minutes.
Have an early flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near SSH:
Arriving at Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near SAW instead:
Getting from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to central Istanbul
From Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 57 minutes to get to the center driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes.
When to fly to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
August is the most popular month for flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Istanbul in April.
Before locking in your flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 30ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from SSH to SAW sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip right by finding a wonderful place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from SSH to SAW, have a look at our selection of hotel options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are major attractions which should feature on any good Istanbul itinerary.
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is another international airport for traveling to and from Istanbul. It could be an easier or cheaper option depending on your travel plans, so it's worth considering.
Complete your Istanbul trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, check out our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your Istanbul vacation.