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Sharm El Sheikh Arrivals and Departures

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Distance to Sharm El Sheikh1.0 miles
Distance to Tabuk135.7 miles
Most popular destinationLondon

Is Sharm El Sheikh Airport a busy airport?

At Sharm El Sheikh International Airport, you’ll notice a hive of flight activity, particularly in the peak months from June to September. With approximately 567,000 passengers passing through in July 2024 alone, there’s a steady stream of travellers embarking on international and domestic journeys. The airport's capacity to manage up to 7 million passengers annually speaks volumes about its capabilities, even while plans to expand to 18 million are on hold. When you travel during shoulder seasons like April or October, you'll find a bit more breathing space, thanks to fewer crowds. For the most up-to-date information on flight operations, be sure to visit the airport’s official website.

The best way to get to and from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to the city centre

Navigating your way to and from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) requires a bit of forethought to ensure a smooth journey. Public transport options are limited, with minibuses available but not offering a comprehensive service. Taxis present the most straightforward choice, widely accessible for swift transfers from the airport to central areas like Sharm Old Market and Naama Bay. You'll find a taxi ride can take anywhere from 5 to 25 minutes, depending on traffic. Alternatively, hotel shuttles can be organised either through your accommodation or via a travel agency. If you prefer driving, car hire is available with companies such as Budget, Avis, and Sixt. It's advisable to arrange your transport ahead of time to avoid delays, keeping in mind potential variations in travel times due to fluctuating traffic conditions.

Sharm El Sheikh Airport terminal information

At Sharm El Sheikh International Airport, you'll find two terminals designed to streamline your journey. Terminal 1, the main hub for international flights, provides a variety of conveniences, including duty-free shops, restaurants, cafes, and essential services like currency exchange and ATMs. You'll also have access to Wi-Fi should you need to stay connected. Accessible features such as wheelchairs, ramps, and restrooms ensure ease of movement, especially if you contact your airline in advance. For those catching domestic flights, Terminal 2 is smaller, and its list of facilities is less detailed. The airport is roughly 11 miles from Sharm El Sheikh's city centre, with multiple transport options linking you to key locations. Keep up-to-date with potential changes by confirming details with the airport or your airline.

What parking options are available near Sharm El Sheikh Airport?

When you arrive at Sharm El Sheikh Airport, you'll find parking facilities conveniently located near Terminals 1 and 2. The airport offers both short-term and long-term parking options, allowing you to choose based on the duration of your stay. The parking area is guarded, so your vehicle will be secure while you're away. Whether you're just dropping someone off or planning to be gone for an extended period, you'll find suitable parking to meet your needs.


Sharm El Sheikh Airport FAQs

Yes, Saudia operates to and from both Sharm El Sheikh Airport Arrivals and Departures.
Yes, Air Cairo operates to and from both Sharm El Sheikh Airport Arrivals and Departures.
Yes. There are Avis, Sixt, Budget, Final Rentals and Localrent pick-up points in or near to Sharm El Sheikh Airport’s Arrivals or Departures areas.
For international arrivals, it usually takes around an hour to clear Sharm El Sheikh Airport’s passport control and claim your baggage if you checked any in. Domestic arrivals to Sharm El Sheikh Airport don’t need to pass through passport control, so take a little less time.

If you’re heading to Sharm El Sheikh Airport arrivals to pick up a family member or friend, consider arriving half an hour after their flight is due to touch down.
We recommend you leave at least two and a half hours between your inbound and outbound flights, especially if you are self-transferring on an international flight. When you self-transfer, you may need to clear customs, claim any luggage and then check it back on to your next flight yourself. Take into account that you might need to change terminals, or it could take longer than necessary to navigate Sharm El Sheikh Airport’s departure lounge.
Savoy Sharm El Sheikh is the highest-rated hotel near Sharm El Sheikh Airport, just 1.1 miles away. Other great hotels nearby include Ivy Cyrene Sharm Resort Adults Friendly Plus 13 (1.4 miles from the airport), and Concorde El Salam Sharm El Sheikh Front Hotel (1.0 miles away).
Check-in and bag drop often close an hour before your scheduled departure time for domestic flights, and sometimes an hour and a half before for longer-haul international flights. As a rule of thumb, you should try to arrive at Sharm El Sheikh Airport two hours before you fly but check with the airline you’re flying with.
Don’t worry if there’s no information available on our live flight tracker. We try our best to pull it directly from each airline but sometimes this might not work properly. Try contacting the airline directly, or checking their website to see if you can get an update.
Don’t panic! If you are not already at Sharm El Sheikh Airport, try contacting the airline directly to see if you can get on the next flight out, or a refund.

If you’re already inside Sharm El Sheikh Airport Departures when you find out, head to the airline’s desk to speak directly with someone.

If there are no more flights to your destination with the same airline and you really need to get there soon, we recommend searching for a new flight with Skyscanner and booking as soon as possible. You can then try to claim a refund for the original cancelled flight.

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