Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
Sharm El Sheikh's timezone is UTC+2, making Sharm El Sheikh one hour ahead of Madrid.
Give yourself enough time to make your MAD to SSH flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between MAD and SSH:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Palese Airport
Cairo International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
Right now, R 1,398 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 3,485. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from MAD to SSH. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MAD to SSH by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport.
Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
When it comes to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport's on-time performance, 78.23% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Madrid to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a journey time of about 35 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near MAD:
Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SSH instead:
Grab a Sharm El Sheikh Airport rental car and explore Sharm El Sheikh and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Budget and Sixt are top providers you can book with here.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Sharm El Sheikh Airport about two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm El Sheikh Airport to central Sharm El Sheikh has a drive time of around 5 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
When to fly to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Sharm El Sheikh. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Sharm El Sheikh is August, with temperatures ranging between 27ºC (81ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Lock in your flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAD to SSH in January. Temperatures average between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of Egypt
You've seen Sharm El Sheikh, now it's time to explore more of Egypt. Travel around 386 kilometres north-west to Cairo to tick off its top attractions. 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. Start your sightseeing at Giza Plateau, Star Card and street Nadi Alsaeed.
