Travelling from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
The timezone in Sharm El Sheikh is UTC+2, which is five hours behind Phuket.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to board your HKT to SSH flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as February. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
Rs108,315 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Phuket International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs192,722. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from HKT to SSH, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Phuket International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from HKT to SSH by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Phuket International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport.
Handy information about Phuket International Airport (HKT)
65.93% of flights that take off from Phuket International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To get to Phuket International Airport from central Phuket, it'll take around 50 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Phuket International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near HKT:
Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Phuket International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SSH instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Sharm El Sheikh Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis, Budget or Sixt and experience more of Sharm El Sheikh and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Sharm El Sheikh Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible 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.
It'll take around 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Phuket International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Sharm El Sheikh. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Sharm El Sheikh is August, with the temperature ranging between 27ºC and 38ºC. Lock in your flights from Phuket International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HKT 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 once you've seen Sharm El Sheikh. Around 386 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including giza pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili.
Giza is another must-experience destination in Egypt and is around 386 kilometres north-west of Sharm El Sheikh. No journey is complete without visiting Giza Plateau, Star Card and street Nadi Alsaeed.
