Travelling from Bucharest to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): What you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Bucharest. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Bucharest to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) out of here.
Sharm El Sheikh's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Bucharest. Sharm El Sheikh Airport is located in Sharm El Sheikh.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Bucharest to SSH.
With more travellers during high season, aim to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Bucharest to SSH departing from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Located around 21 kms (13 miles) from central Bucharest, OTP can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Bucharest to Sharm El Sheikh Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by staying at one of these stays near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport:
71.27% of flights taking off from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
About Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Bucharest to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SSH instead:
Pick up a Sharm El Sheikh Airport rental car and discover Sharm El Sheikh and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Budget and Sixt are popular providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride around two weeks ahead of your Bucharest to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight.
Getting from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh
Central Sharm El Sheikh is around 3 miles from Sharm El Sheikh Airport and takes about 5 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a car hire, cab or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
Currently, £47 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £94. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Bucharest to SSH, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Bucharest to Sharm El Sheikh Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Bucharest to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Bucharest to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH). August is the most popular month to visit Sharm El Sheikh. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in February.
Book a Bucharest to SSH plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Sharm El Sheikh to range from 27ºC (81ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Bucharest to Sharm El Sheikh Airport in January when temperatures are between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
More about Sharm El Sheikh
Start your Sharm El Sheikh trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Bucharest to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
Your Sharm El Sheikh visit isn't complete without checking out the sights. Leading attractions that are worth your time include Shark's Bay Beach, Коралловый риф (coral reef) and Naama Bay.
Explore more of Egypt
Sharm El Sheikh is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Egypt just waiting to be explored. About 290 kms (180 miles) north-west of Sharm El Sheikh, a trip to Suez will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Ali Ibn Abi Taleb Mosque, Fatima Zahra Mosque and Suez National Museum.
Around 274 kms (170 miles) south-west of Sharm El Sheikh, Dishnā is another favourite stop in Egypt. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at قرية الحمدية Al hamdiah, المسجد العمري and نادي العائلات بالعزازية.