Flying from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
The timezone in Sharm El Sheikh is UTC+2, which is one hour behind Madinah.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to board your MED to SSH flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between MED and SSH:
Cairo International Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
King Khaled International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
R 1,507 is the lowest price for a one-way Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 3,886. These fares may change based on availability.
To score cheap tickets from MED to SSH, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and score a great deal.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from MED to SSH.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport.
Handy information about Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
77.98% of flights departing from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport is about 23 kilometres from central Madinah. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near MED:
Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
If you're coming in on a late Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International 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 showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near SSH:
Hit the road running by picking up a Sharm El Sheikh Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Budget or Sixt to explore Sharm El Sheikh and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Sharm El Sheikh Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
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 about 5 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Sharm El Sheikh. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Sharm El Sheikh, with the temperature ranging from 27ºC (81ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MED to SSH sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be discovered once you've seen Sharm El Sheikh. Around 386 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include giza pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Egypt, head for Giza, about 386 kilometres north-west of Sharm El Sheikh. Giza Plateau, Star Card and street Nadi Alsaeed are key highlights.
