Traveling from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
Sharm El Sheikh is two hours behind Abu Dhabi and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
Your AUH to SSH flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like February. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between AUH and SSH include:
King Khaled International Airport
Queen Alia International Airport
Bahrain International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
Currently, $116 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Abu Dhabi International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $284. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from AUH to SSH if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when looking for your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from AUH to SSH by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Of all flights departing from Abu Dhabi International Airport, 78.54% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Abu Dhabi International Airport from central Abu Dhabi, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 20 miles from the airport to the city center.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near AUH. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
If you're landing on a late Abu Dhabi International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these options near SSH:
Explore without limits with a Sharm El Sheikh Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Avis, Budget or Sixt and see more of Sharm El Sheikh and beyond.
Booking your ride from Sharm El Sheikh Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
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 drive to the center.
Getting there on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
August is the busiest month for flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Sharm El Sheikh in February.
Lock in your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport for August if you'd like to go to Sharm El Sheikh during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 81ºF and 100ºF.
Search for cheap tickets from AUH to SSH in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 52ºF and 72ºF on average.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo is just one of the many places in Egypt waiting to be explored after you've experienced Sharm El Sheikh. Around 240 miles away to the north-west, its top attractions include giza pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili.
Around 240 miles north-west of Sharm El Sheikh, Giza is another essential stop in Egypt. No visit is complete without checking out Giza Plateau, Star Card and street Nadi Alsaeed.
