Travelling from Borg El Arab Airport (HBE) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Borg El Arab Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is 1 hour 35 minutes.
Alexandria and Sharm El Sheikh are both in the UTC+2 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Flights from HBE to SSH start at 10:30 — the earliest with EgyptAir. The last departure is at 14:50 with Air Cairo. In total, you can take your pick of four weekly Borg El Arab Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flights.
Your HBE to SSH flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Be prepared for longer 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 is a smart move.
Flying into Sharm El Sheikh (and then discovering more of Egypt!) is a breeze with EgyptAir. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Borg El Arab Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport.
Most travellers choose to fly with EgyptAir on this route.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Borg El Arab Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between HBE and SSH:
Hurghada International Airport
Cairo International Airport
Queen Alia International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Borg El Arab Airport (HBE) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
Right now, R 1,142 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Borg El Arab Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 3,054. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Book six months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from HBE to SSH.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Borg El Arab Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Handy information about Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
75.72% of flights departing from Borg El Arab Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Borg El Arab Airport is around 56 kilometres from central Alexandria. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Need a handy place to stay before your flight from Borg El Arab Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport? Villa Mostafa Sadek, Swimming pool, Tennis & Squash - Borg ElArab Airport Alexandria and Relaxation Villa With Private Pool are near HBE. They're an especially good option if you have an early flight out.
Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
If you're landing on a late Borg El Arab Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near SSH:
Grab a Sharm El Sheikh Airport rental car and discover Sharm El Sheikh and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Budget and Sixt are well-known companies to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Sharm El Sheikh Airport around two weeks before travelling.
Getting from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh
From Sharm El Sheikh Airport, Sharm El Sheikh is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 5 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
August is the busiest month for flights from Borg El Arab Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Sharm El Sheikh in February.
The warmest month in Sharm El Sheikh is August, with the temperature ranging between 27ºC (81ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Book your flights from Borg El Arab Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HBE to SSH in January. Average temperatures are between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of Egypt
You've seen Sharm El Sheikh, now it's time to explore other corners of Egypt. Journey about 386 kilometres north-west to Cairo to check off its leading sights. From giza pyramids to Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 386 kilometres north-west of Sharm El Sheikh, Giza is another favourite stop in Egypt. No visit is complete without checking out Giza Plateau, Star Card and street Nadi Alsaeed.
