Traveling from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
Sharm El Sheikh's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Athens.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your ATH to SSH flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Here are the top stopovers between ATH and SSH:
Cairo International Airport
Queen Alia International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight is $79. A return fare is currently $174. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from ATH to SSH. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across the month and bag a great deal.
Finding cheap flights from ATH to SSH is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport.
Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
When it comes to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport's on-time performance, 77.19% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is about 25 miles from central Athens. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Need a handy hotel near ATH? If you're boarding an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
Consider booking a hotel near SSH if you're catching a late Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Hit the road running by picking up a Sharm El Sheikh Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Budget or Sixt and explore beyond Sharm El Sheikh's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Sharm El Sheikh Airport about two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh
From Sharm El Sheikh Airport, Sharm El Sheikh is approximately 3 miles away. It takes around 5 minutes to reach the center by car.
It takes around 50 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
August is the busiest month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Sharm El Sheikh in February.
Before locking in your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Sharm El Sheikh, with the temperature ranging from 81ºF to 100ºF.
Search for cheap tickets from ATH to SSH in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 52ºF and 72ºF on average.
Explore more of Egypt
Sharm El Sheikh is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Egypt waiting to be discovered. About 240 miles north-west of Sharm El Sheikh, a visit to Cairo will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like giza pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Egypt, head for Giza, about 240 miles north-west of Sharm El Sheikh. Giza Plateau, Star Card and street Nadi Alsaeed are key reasons to visit.
