Traveling from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
4 hours is the average duration of a direct flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Sharm El Sheikh is 2 hours behind Baku and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
There are 2 flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport every week. Catch the 03:00 flight if you want to be on your way as early as possible. If you'd like to get the most out of your day, the latest flight from GYD to SSH departs at 21:15.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Jetting into Sharm El Sheikh (and exploring more of Egypt!) is easy with AZAL Azerbaijan Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, think about adding a stopover. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a city that appeals to you. The most popular stopovers on the GYD - SSH route are:
Kuwait International Airport
King Khaled International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
To see whether you need a visa to enter Egypt, contact your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll provide you with the most up-to-date details, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from GYD to SSH.
How to find the cheapest flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is $113. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $283. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from GYD to SSH, reserve your trip 9 months before your departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
Heydar Aliyev International Airport is around 13 miles from central Baku. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 24 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour and 31 minutes.
Want an easy way to start to your travels? Stay near GYD. Whether you've booked an early flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
Consider booking a hotel close to SSH if you're taking a late flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
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 7 minutes to get to the center driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 51 minutes.
When to fly to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Sharm El Sheikh. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Sharm El Sheikh, with the temperature ranging from 81ºF to 100ºF.
Search for cheap tickets from GYD to SSH in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 52ºF and 72ºF on average.
More about Sharm El Sheikh
Start your Sharm El Sheikh trip right by finding an amazing place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from GYD to SSH, browse our selection of hotel options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Naama Bay, Soho Square Dancing Fountain and Sharm El Sheikh Museum are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Sharm El Sheikh itinerary.
Complete your Sharm El Sheikh trip with hotels and a car rental
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