Flying from Melbourne to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): What you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Melbourne. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) taking off from here.
Sharm El Sheikh is nine hours behind Melbourne. Sharm El Sheikh Airport is located in Sharm El Sheikh, which follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Melbourne to SSH.
In high season, allow for extended wait times and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
MEL is about 24 kms (15 miles) from central Melbourne. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Melbourne to Sharm El Sheikh Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.71% of flights complete their journey on time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can get to AVV from the centre of Melbourne in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to travel the 56 kms (35 miles) or so.
You're off on holiday, so why not spend another night away at a hotel close to Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to SSH flight, lay your head at Corio Bay Motel.
Flights from Avalon Airport are known for their punctuality, with 80.09% of them touching down within the expected time frame.
About Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Make yourself comfy 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 set of wheels. Avis, Budget and Sixt are popular outlets you can book with here.
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Melbourne to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
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.
It'll take around 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
At the moment, £464 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £883. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Melbourne to SSH. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Melbourne to Sharm El Sheikh Airport tickets across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding the best time to fly. February is the quietest month to go to Sharm El Sheikh. August is when most people book flights from Melbourne to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
The warmest month in Sharm El Sheikh is August, with temperatures ranging between 27ºC (81ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Lock in your Melbourne to SSH plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Sharm El Sheikh Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Sharm El Sheikh
After booking your flight from Melbourne to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Sharm El Sheikh:
Your trip to Sharm El Sheikh should come with a bit of sightseeing. Highlights that belong on your itinerary include Shark's Bay Beach, Коралловый риф (coral reef) and Naama Bay.
Explore more of Egypt
Suez is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be explored after you've seen Sharm El Sheikh. Around 290 kms (180 miles) away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Ali Ibn Abi Taleb Mosque, Fatima Zahra Mosque and Suez National Museum.
If you want to check out another major destination in Egypt, consider Dishnā, about 274 kms (170 miles) south-west of Sharm El Sheikh. قرية الحمدية Al hamdiah, المسجد العمري and نادي العائلات بالعزازية are among the biggest draws.
