Travelling from Beirut Airport (BEY) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
Beirut and Sharm El Sheikh follow the same timezone, UTC+2.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to catch your BEY to SSH flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Beirut Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Here are the top stopovers between BEY and SSH:
Istanbul Airport
Riyadh Airport
Cairo Airport
Handy information about Beirut Airport (BEY)
Beirut Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from BEY land at their destination as scheduled 85% of the time.
Central Beirut to Beirut Airport is around 10 kms (6 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Beirut Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near BEY:
Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Beirut Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SSH instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Sharm El Sheikh Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Budget or Sixt to explore Sharm El Sheikh and beyond.
Booking your ride from Sharm El Sheikh Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm El Sheikh Airport to central Sharm El Sheikh has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kms (9 miles) away.
Travelling by public transport takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Beirut Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Sharm El Sheikh. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Sharm El Sheikh is August, with the temperature ranging between 27ºC and 38ºC. Lock in your flights from Beirut Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from BEY to SSH in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 11ºC and 22ºC on average.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo is just one of the many places in Egypt waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Sharm El Sheikh. Around 386 kms (240 miles) away to the north-west, popular attractions include Gizeh Plateau, TUTANKHAMUN'S TREASURE and River Nile.
Giza is another favourite destination in Egypt and is around 386 kms (240 miles) north-west of Sharm El Sheikh. No journey is complete without dropping by Great Sphinx of Giza, Great Pyramid of Giza and Khufu Pyramid.