Flying from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
Flying during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. Here are the popular stopovers between ALG and SSH:
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Cairo International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Before getting your cheap ticket from ALG to SSH, check if you need a visa to enter Egypt. Visa and travel document requirements can differ and are updated frequently. For the most up-to-date information, get in touch with the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're flying to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
Rs25,109 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Houari Boumediene Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Return flights start from Rs58,332. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap flights from ALG to SSH. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Houari Boumediene Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across each month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
To get to Houari Boumediene Airport from central Algiers, it takes around 22 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to ALG? If you're catching an early flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at 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 Houari Boumediene Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SSH instead:
Getting from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh
From Sharm El Sheikh Airport, Sharm El Sheikh is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 7 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 51 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Sharm El Sheikh. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport for August if you want to go to Sharm El Sheikh during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 27ºC and 38ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ALG to SSH in January. Average temperatures are between 11ºC and 22ºC then.
More about Sharm El Sheikh
After locking in your flights from ALG to SSH, you'll want to find a place to stay in Sharm El Sheikh. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this exciting city:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Naama Bay, Soho Square Dancing Fountain and Sharm El Sheikh Museum are must-do's during your Sharm El Sheikh adventure.
Complete your Sharm El Sheikh trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked a cheap ticket to Sharm El Sheikh Airport — next on the list is finding a great stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Sharm El Sheikh.