Flying from London to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport (SSH): What you need to know
When organising your flight from London to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport (SSH), there's a good selection of airports you can fly out of. London Gatwick Airport (LGW), London Stansted Airport (STN) and London Luton Airport (LTN) are London's main terminals.
Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport is located in Sharm El Sheikh. The city is in the UTC+2 timezone and is two hours ahead of London.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from London to SSH.
Popular months like July or other peak periods mean longer lines and potential delays. Stay on schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from London to SSH. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these airports:
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
LHR is around 24 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near London Heathrow Airport? If you're catching an early flight from London to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
78% of flights taking off from London Heathrow Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Planning to catch a flight from London Gatwick Airport (LGW)? Direct London to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport (SSH) plane tickets can be booked from here.
Top airlines that have direct flights from London to SSH leaving from LGW include:
EasyJet is the go-to airline for bookings on the LGW to SSH route.
Among the carriers operating flights between London Gatwick Airport and Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport, TUI has the best track record for timeliness.
Add another location to your travels or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from London to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport, here's where you can stop when departing from London Gatwick Airport:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
With public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 1 hour 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to SSH flight:
The majority of flights that leave London Gatwick Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 82%.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Get ready to board and go from London Stansted Airport (STN). Direct flights from London to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport are available from here.
Get on board with TUI. It offers direct London to SSH plane tickets from STN.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between STN and SSH is TUI.
TUI is the top-ranked carrier for punctuality on this route.
Lock in a plane ticket from London to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport (SSH) out of London Stansted Airport (STN) with one or more stops. Popular stopovers between STN and SSH are:
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
STN is around 56 kilometres from central London. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay near London Stansted Airport and know you'll be at the terminal with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early London to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport flight:
STN has an on-time performance rating of 80%. This means most of its flights arrive at their destination on schedule and your trip runs like clockwork.
About Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport (SSH)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SSH instead:
Booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your London to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Sharm El Sheikh. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
It takes roughly 30 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport (SSH)
Rs18,966 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from London to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport. A return flight starts from Rs36,074. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Score cheap flights from London to SSH by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Schedule your trip for November. That's the best month for scoring a great bargain on London to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from London to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport (SSH)
March is the busiest month for flights from London to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport (SSH). Plan your visit to Sharm El Sheikh in December for a quieter experience.
Before locking in your London to SSH plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Sharm El Sheikh, with temperatures ranging from 27ºC to 38ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from London to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC and 22ºC.
More about Sharm El Sheikh
Start your Sharm El Sheikh trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Shark's Bay Beach, Naama Bay and Beach are must-do's during your Sharm El Sheikh adventure.
Explore more of Egypt
Suez is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be discovered once you've seen Sharm El Sheikh. Around 290 kilometres away to the northwest, its top attractions include Suez National Museum, Salam Mosque and Khalid ibn al-Walid Mosque.
Any trip to Egypt wouldn't be complete without a stop in Dishnā. The old mosque in the eastern Balbrarh is a highlight in this destination, which is roughly 274 kilometres southwest of Sharm El Sheikh.
