
Naama Bay is about 12 km from the airport. The drive usually takes 15 to 20 minutes.
Domestic flights, including those to Cairo, mainly use Terminal 2. Most international flights use Terminal 1. Check your ticket to be sure.
The airport is operated by the Egyptian government. Its IATA code is SSH and its ICAO code is HESH.
Egyptian carriers at the airport include EgyptAir, Air Cairo and Nile Air, all with flights to Cairo.
Many international routes are seasonal and change through the year. Check the latest schedule for your travel dates.
Allow plenty of time, especially for international flights, as security and check-in queues can build at busy periods.
Hotel transfers, taxis and pre-booked private cars are all available. If you take a taxi, agree the fare before the ride.
Yes. The park is south of the city and a popular day trip for diving and snorkelling, reached by road or boat.
Sharm El Sheikh International Airport (IATA: SSH, ICAO: HESH) serves the Red Sea resort city of Sharm El Sheikh, at the southern tip of Egypt's Sinai Peninsula. It is run by the Egyptian government and handles a mix of domestic flights and international holiday traffic.
The airport lies north of the main resort areas. Naama Bay is about 12 km away, a drive of roughly 15 to 20 minutes.
There are two passenger terminals. Terminal 1 is the larger, newer building and handles most international flights. Terminal 2 is the original terminal and is mainly used for domestic services, including flights to Cairo. Check your ticket for the right terminal before you set off.
Egyptian carriers form the backbone of the schedule. EgyptAir, Air Cairo and Nile Air link Sharm El Sheikh with Cairo, and Air Cairo also has a base here. A wide range of foreign airlines add international routes, many of them seasonal, so check what runs on your travel dates.
Diving and snorkelling are the big draws. Ras Mohammed National Park, south of the city, is known for its coral reefs, and the Straits of Tiran are popular for boat trips. On land, Naama Bay has a busy promenade, and the Old Market area offers spice stalls and cafés. Day trips to Mount Sinai and St Catherine's Monastery are also available.
Security checks can take time at busy periods, so allow plenty of time, especially for international flights. Check visa and entry rules for Egypt before you fly, as requirements depend on your nationality.
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