Travelling from King Hussein International Airport (AQJ) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
Aqaba and Sharm El Sheikh are both in the UTC+2 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
To ensure you get on your AQJ to SSH flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like March. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from King Hussein International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Many passengers pass through Queen Alia International Airport when flying between AQJ and SSH.
How to find the cheapest flights from King Hussein International Airport (AQJ) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way King Hussein International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight is Rs52,642. A return fare is currently Rs102,059. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from AQJ to SSH if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from King Hussein International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across each month and bag a great deal.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from AQJ to SSH.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from King Hussein International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport.
Handy information about King Hussein International Airport (AQJ)
King Hussein International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 89.06% of flights that take off from AQJ arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Central Aqaba to King Hussein International Airport is approximately 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
If you've booked an early flight from King Hussein International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, why not stay close by? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) at ENG-Murjan Apartment. Aqaba Recreational Centre is another convenient accommodation option near AQJ.
Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
If you have a late King Hussein International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near SSH:
Hit the road running by picking up a Sharm El Sheikh Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Budget or Sixt and explore beyond Sharm El Sheikh's main sights.
Booking your ride from Sharm El Sheikh Airport around two weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm El Sheikh Airport to central Sharm El Sheikh has a drive time of around 5 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from King Hussein International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Sharm El Sheikh. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from King Hussein International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport for August if you'd like to explore Sharm El Sheikh during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 27ºC and 38ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 11ºC and 22ºC. Look for cheap tickets from AQJ to SSH sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Egypt
You've done Sharm El Sheikh, now it's time to explore other corners of Egypt. Travel about 386 kilometres north-west to Cairo to check off its popular sights. From giza pyramids to Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're eager to discover another side of Egypt, consider Giza, roughly 386 kilometres north-west of Sharm El Sheikh. Giza Plateau, Star Card and street Nadi Alsaeed are key highlights.
