Flying from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is 5 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Sharm El Sheikh is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Amsterdam.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your AMS to SSH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months such as September, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
A number of airlines offer direct flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, so jetting to Sharm El Sheikh (and then discovering more of Egypt!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
EasyJet tops the list for bookings on this route.
EasyJet stands out as the most punctual carrier for AMS to SSH flights, with 87.5% of its services landing as scheduled.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between AMS and SSH include:
Milan Malpensa Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Naples International Airport
Handy information about Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, 75% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is about 18 kms (11 miles) from central Amsterdam. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 20 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near AMS:
Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
Reserve a hotel near SSH if you're on a late Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Sharm El Sheikh Airport rental car and discover Sharm El Sheikh and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Budget and Sixt are popular providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Sharm El Sheikh Airport about two weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
When to fly to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
April is the most popular month for flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Sharm El Sheikh in March.
Lock in your flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport for August if you'd like to go to Sharm El Sheikh during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 27ºC and 38ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AMS to SSH in January. Temperatures average between 11ºC and 22ºC then.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo is just one of the many places in Egypt waiting to be explored after you've experienced Sharm El Sheikh. Around 386 kms (240 miles) away to the north-west, its best attractions include Gizeh Plateau, TUTANKHAMUN'S TREASURE and River Nile.
If you're looking to explore another side of Egypt, head for Giza, roughly 386 kms (240 miles) north-west of Sharm El Sheikh. Great Sphinx of Giza, Great Pyramid of Giza and Khufu Pyramid are key highlights.