Traveling from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): what you need to know
The timezone in Abu Dhabi is UTC+4, which is two hours ahead of Sharm El Sheikh.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SSH to AUH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. These are the top stopovers between SSH and AUH:
Cairo International Airport
King Khaled International Airport
Kuwait International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
$135 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $313. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SSH to AUH. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for a flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport.
Handy information about Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
65.11% of flights taking off from Sharm El Sheikh Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Sharm El Sheikh to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is around 3 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 5 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a trip time of about 50 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near SSH? If you're boarding an early flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Book a hotel close to AUH if you're taking a late Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Follow your own route with an Abu Dhabi International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz, Alamo or Europcar and chase adventure across Abu Dhabi and beyond.
Reserve your vehicle from Abu Dhabi International Airport a few weeks in advance to get the best deal. If you're planning to travel during peak season, it's a good idea to book even earlier.
Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
From Abu Dhabi International Airport, Abu Dhabi is approximately 20 miles away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the center driving.
Traveling by public transport takes about 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
February is the most popular month for flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Abu Dhabi in April.
Book your flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport for July if you want to explore Abu Dhabi during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 84ºF and 109ºF.
Search for cheap tickets from SSH to AUH in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 57ºF and 77ºF on average.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Abu Dhabi has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of United Arab Emirates just waiting to be explored. Around 75 miles north-east of Abu Dhabi, a visit to Dubai will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism.
Around 90 miles north-east of Abu Dhabi, Sharjah is another favorite stop in United Arab Emirates. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.
