Travelling from Istanbul to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Istanbul. Explore your options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when searching for a flight from Istanbul to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH).
Around 2 hours 43 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Istanbul to Sharm El Sheikh Airport.
Sharm El Sheikh Airport is located in Sharm El Sheikh. The city operates in the UTC+2 timezone and is 1 hour behind Istanbul.
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) is the most popular route. There are 44 direct departures a week to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, hop on the last flight with Pegasus Airlines at 23:30. Opt for the first IST to SSH departure with Pegasus Airlines at 00:10 if you want to get going earlier.
To ensure you get on your flight from Istanbul to SSH, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Popular months like August or other busy periods mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stay on schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Get there in one go from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) can be booked from here.
If you plan to leave from IST, you can take a direct flight from Istanbul to Sharm El Sheikh Airport with Turkish Airlines.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight from Istanbul to SSH with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between IST and SSH include:
Antalya Airport (AYT)
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Naples International Airport (NAP)
IST is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveller tool will show you the fastest route and available public transport options.
Catching an early flight from Istanbul to Sharm El Sheikh Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) has direct flights from Istanbul to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH).
Get on your direct flight from Istanbul to SSH with Pegasus Airlines. This is one of the main airlines flying this route out of SAW.
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Istanbul to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Visit friends or family or tick another city off your list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these options between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and SSH:
Antalya Airport (AYT)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
You can arrive at SAW from central Istanbul in approximately 57 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
It's your holiday, so why not enjoy an additional night away? Consider kicking back in one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your flight from Istanbul to SSH:
About Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SSH if you're catching a late flight from Istanbul to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm El Sheikh Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of Sharm El Sheikh. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 7 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 51 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
$87 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Return flights start from $192. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
To secure flight tickets from Istanbul to SSH, book your journey 8 months before your departure.
To snag the lowest price on your tickets from Istanbul to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, schedule your trip for May (it has the cheapest flights). Flexible with your dates? Use the 'Whole month' function to find the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
August is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Istanbul to Sharm El Sheikh Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Sharm El Sheikh, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Sharm El Sheikh. The warmest month is August. Lock in your flights from Istanbul to SSH sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 27ºC and 38ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 11ºC and 22ºC. Search for cheap flights from Istanbul to Sharm El Sheikh Airport sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Sharm El Sheikh
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Sharm El Sheikh right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Istanbul to Sharm El Sheikh Airport:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Sharm El Sheikh is to check out its leading attractions. Some highlights include Naama Bay, Soho Square Dancing Fountain and Sharm El Sheikh Museum.
Complete your Sharm El Sheikh trip with a car rental
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