Sharm El Sheikh flights from London take around 5 hours 20 minutes. The city is served by Sharm El Sheikh International Airport (SSH), located about 15 minutes to Naama Bay, 20-30 minutes to other resorts.
Several UK airports have direct flights to Sharm El Sheikh. easyJet and TUI operate regular services. Peak season sees multiple daily departures, while winter schedules thin out slightly.
Return fares range from £80-160 in low season to £220-420 during peak periods. May-June, September typically offers the best deals.
Sharm El Sheikh uses the Egyptian Pound (EGP). From the airport, expect 15 minutes to Naama Bay, 20-30 minutes to other resorts to reach central hotels. £10-25 by taxi, most hotels offer transfers.
Price Patterns
Prices typically drop Tuesday/Wednesday for bookings
Last-minute deals rare during peak season
October-April for ideal temperatures offers best weather and value
Sweet Spot
4-8 weeks before travel for best combination of availability and price.
Avoid Booking
Less than 2 weeks out (premium pricing)
Peak season: December-March, Easter, Summer holidays
School holiday periods if travelling with families
Ras Mohammed National Park
Egypt's first marine park with some of the world's best diving. Shark Reef, Yolanda Reef, and mangrove channels. Snorkelling is excellent too.
Naama Bay
Main resort strip with beaches, shops, and nightlife. Pedestrianised promenade. Livelier than other areas.
Tiran Island
Snorkelling and diving day trips to see four famous reefs. Glass-bottom boat options for non-divers.
Mount Sinai
Sunrise trek to the peak where Moses received the Ten Commandments. 4-5 hours round trip. Start at 2am for dawn views.
Coloured Canyon
Sandstone formations with reds, yellows and purples. Half-day 4x4 trips from Sharm. Easy to moderate hiking.