Travelling from Washington DC to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when planning your flight from Washington DC to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH). Explore your options for jetting out of Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).
Sharm El Sheikh Airport is located in Sharm El Sheikh. The city operates in the UTC+2 timezone and is 6 hours ahead of Washington DC.
Your flight from Washington DC to SSH won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
July is a busy time to fly out. If you're heading away then or during a major holiday like Christmas, be there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
DCA is about 8 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will give you the quickest route and your public transport options.
After an easy start to your journey? Stay near Ronald Reagan National Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Washington DC to Sharm El Sheikh Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Maximize your vacation with a stopover on your flight from Washington DC to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever you want to do, check out these stops between Washington Dulles International Airport and SSH:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
IAD is around 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. It'll take you 51 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 3 hours and 26 minutes.
Get your vacation started early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Washington DC to SSH, take it easy in one of these hotels close to Washington Dulles International Airport:
About Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Washington DC to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near SSH:
Getting from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm El Sheikh Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of Sharm El Sheikh. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 7 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 51 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is C$595. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$898. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get your hands on flight tickets from Washington DC to SSH, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
August is the most popular month to board a flight from Washington DC to Sharm El Sheikh Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Sharm El Sheikh, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Sharm El Sheikh is August, with the temperature ranging between 27ºC and 38ºC. Book your flights from Washington DC to SSH in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 11ºC and 22ºC. Look for cheap flights from Washington DC to Sharm El Sheikh Airport sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Sharm El Sheikh
Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sharm El Sheikh:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Sharm El Sheikh is to visit its leading attractions. Essential stops include Naama Bay, Soho Square Dancing Fountain and Sharm El Sheikh Museum.
Complete your Sharm El Sheikh trip with a car rental
After you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Washington DC to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, next up is choosing one of our car rentals in Sharm El Sheikh. Explore the exclusive deals and easily compare options on price, pick-up convenience, fuel policies, and more.
