Travelling from Erbil Airport (EBL) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
Sharm El Sheikh is one hour behind Erbil and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your EBL to SSH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Erbil Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. These are the top stopovers between EBL and SSH:
Istanbul Airport
Istanbul Sabiha Airport
Cairo Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Erbil Airport (EBL) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
At the moment, £99 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Erbil Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £259. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from EBL to SSH, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your flight from Erbil Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from EBL to SSH by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Erbil Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Erbil Airport (EBL)
Erbil Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 80% of flights that depart EBL reach their destination on time.
Central Erbil to Erbil Airport is around 11 kms (7 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a trip time of about 35 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near EBL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Erbil Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
Consider booking a hotel near SSH if you're taking a late Erbil Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Sharm El Sheikh Airport rental car and explore Sharm El Sheikh and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Budget and Sixt are leading providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Sharm El Sheikh Airport about two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm El Sheikh Airport to the centre of Sharm El Sheikh has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kms (9 miles) away.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
April is the busiest month for flights from Erbil Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Sharm El Sheikh in March.
When reserving your flight from Erbil Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Sharm El Sheikh, with the temperature ranging from 27ºC to 38ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from EBL to SSH in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC and 22ºC on average.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Sharm El Sheikh. Around 386 kms (240 miles) away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Gizeh Plateau, TUTANKHAMUN'S TREASURE and River Nile.
If you're eager to discover another side of Egypt, consider Giza, about 386 kms (240 miles) north-west of Sharm El Sheikh. Great Sphinx of Giza, Great Pyramid of Giza and Khufu Pyramid are the start of reasons to visit.
