Flying from New York Newark Airport (EWR) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
The timezone in Sharm El Sheikh is UTC+2, which is seven hours ahead of New York.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your EWR to SSH flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as December? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from New York Newark Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between EWR and SSH:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Milan Malpensa Airport
Geneva Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from New York Newark Airport (EWR) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
Right now, Rs87,574 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way New York Newark Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs201,257. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from EWR to SSH if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from New York Newark Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from EWR to SSH.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from New York Newark Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport.
Handy information about New York Newark Airport (EWR)
The address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.
71% of flights leaving from New York Newark Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To reach New York Newark Airport from central New York, it'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to EWR? If you've booked an early flight from New York Newark Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
If you're getting in on a late New York Newark Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near SSH:
Go where the road takes you with a Sharm El Sheikh Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Avis, Budget or Sixt and venture far and wide through Sharm El Sheikh and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Sharm El Sheikh Airport around two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm El Sheikh Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Sharm El Sheikh. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
April is the busiest month for flights from New York Newark Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Sharm El Sheikh in March.
Book your flight from New York Newark Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport for August if you'd like to go to Sharm El Sheikh during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 27ºC and 38ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from EWR to SSH in January. Temperatures average between 11ºC and 22ºC then.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo is just one of the many places in Egypt waiting to be discovered after you've seen Sharm El Sheikh. Around 386 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Gizeh Plateau, TUTANKHAMUN'S TREASURE and River Nile.
Giza is another well-known destination in Egypt and is around 386 kilometres north-west of Sharm El Sheikh. No trip is complete without a visit to Great Sphinx of Giza, Great Pyramid of Giza and Khufu Pyramid.
