Flying from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Borg El Arab Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 30 minutes.
Alexandria's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Sharm El Sheikh.
Flights from SSH to HBE start from 08:25 — the earliest with Air Cairo. The last service of the day is at 14:25 with Gulf Air. In total, there are ten weekly Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Borg El Arab Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SSH to HBE flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Flying during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can fly nonstop to Alexandria, Egypt. Book a ticket with one of these carriers offering direct flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Borg El Arab Airport:
Gulf Air tops the list for bookings on this route.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Borg El Arab Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between SSH and HBE include:
Cairo International Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Borg El Arab Airport flight is £68. A round-trip plane ticket right now is £136. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book five months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from SSH to HBE.
The cheapest month for flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Borg El Arab Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
Save time searching for cheap flights from SSH to HBE by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Borg El Arab Airport.
Handy information about Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
Of all flights leaving Sharm El Sheikh Airport, 65.11% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Sharm El Sheikh to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is approximately 3 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 5 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 50 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near SSH? If you're boarding an early flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Borg El Arab Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
Stay moments from the runway if you're landing on a late Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Borg El Arab Airport flight. Villa Mostafa Sadek, Swimming pool, Tennis & Squash - Borg ElArab Airport Alexandria is one option close to HBE. Or check in and relax at Relaxation Villa With Private Pool before continuing to your final destination.
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Borg El Arab Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Avis or Sixt to explore Alexandria and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from Borg El Arab Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Borg El Arab Airport (HBE) to central Alexandria
From Borg El Arab Airport, Alexandria is approximately 35 miles away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
August is the busiest month for flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Borg El Arab Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Alexandria in April.
Before locking in your flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Borg El Arab Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Alexandria, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SSH to HBE around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Egypt
Alexandria has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Egypt waiting to be explored. About 110 miles south-east of Alexandria, a trip to Cairo will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like giza pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Egypt, consider Giza, roughly 110 miles south-east of Alexandria. Giza Plateau, Star Card and street Nadi Alsaeed are key highlights.
