Travelling from Los Angeles to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): What you need to know
Los Angeles is home to two main airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Los Angeles to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) taking off from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
Sharm El Sheikh is nine hours ahead of Los Angeles. Sharm El Sheikh Airport is located in Sharm El Sheikh, which is in the UTC+2 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Los Angeles to SSH, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
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Located around 32 kms (20 miles) from central Los Angeles, LAX can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
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Los Angeles International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that take off from LAX arrive at their destination as scheduled.
LAX is located at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
VNY is about 32 kms (20 miles) from central Los Angeles. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Los Angeles to SSH flight? Check in to a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
About Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
Have a late flight from Los Angeles to Sharm El Sheikh Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Stay at one of these hotels near SSH and shut your eyes sooner:
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For the best deal, reserve your ride around two weeks ahead of your Los Angeles to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight.
Getting from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh
From Sharm El Sheikh Airport, central Sharm El Sheikh is around 3 miles away. It takes about 5 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport takes about 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is £320. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £577. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Los Angeles to SSH. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Los Angeles to Sharm El Sheikh Airport tickets across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
August is when most people book flights from Los Angeles to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH). Plan your visit to Sharm El Sheikh in February if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
When booking your Los Angeles to SSH plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Sharm El Sheikh, with temperatures ranging from 27ºC (81ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Sharm El Sheikh Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
More about Sharm El Sheikh
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There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Shark's Bay Beach, Коралловый риф (coral reef) and Naama Bay are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Sharm El Sheikh itinerary.
Explore more of Egypt
You've visited Sharm El Sheikh, now it's time to discover other parts of Egypt. Journey around 290 kms (180 miles) north-west to Suez to tick off its popular sights. From Ali Ibn Abi Taleb Mosque to Fatima Zahra Mosque and Suez National Museum, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 274 kms (170 miles) south-west of Sharm El Sheikh, Dishnā is another essential stop in Egypt. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to قرية الحمدية Al hamdiah, المسجد العمري and نادي العائلات بالعزازية.
