Travelling from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to London Gatwick Airport is 5 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is two hours behind Sharm El Sheikh.
Flights from SSH to LGW start at 00:10 — the first with TUI. The last departure is at 23:40 with TUI. In total, you can choose from 16 weekly Sharm El Sheikh Airport to London Gatwick Airport flights.
Your SSH to LGW flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
With direct flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to London Gatwick Airport available through a range of airlines, getting to London (and then other corners of United Kingdom) is a snap. Here's who you can travel nonstop with:
Most passengers choose to fly with British Airways on this route.
With an impressive 88.46% of services arriving as scheduled, British Airways has the best on-time record for SSH to LGW flights.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to London Gatwick Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between SSH and LGW include:
Geneve Airport
Guglielmo Marconi Airport
Naples International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Rs17,093 is currently the best price for a one-way Sharm El Sheikh Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs40,445. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from SSH to LGW, book your trip three months before your departure date.
Plan your trip for February. That's the cheapest month for flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to London Gatwick Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
Picking up cheap flights from SSH to LGW is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
Handy information about Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
Of the flights that depart from Sharm El Sheikh Airport, 65.11% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Sharm El Sheikh to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is approximately 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 5 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near SSH. Whether you've booked an early flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to London Gatwick Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Consider booking a hotel close to LGW if you have a late Sharm El Sheikh Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and explore beyond London's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your ride from London Gatwick Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport to central London has a drive time of around 1 hour 20 minutes. It's approximately 80 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to London Gatwick Airport. August is the busiest month to head to London. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in January.
When reserving your flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to London Gatwick Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SSH to LGW in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be discovered after you've experienced London. Around 161 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another essential stop in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No journey is complete without dropping by Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.