Travelling from Seoul to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): What you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Seoul to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH). Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) are the two main airports in Seoul.
Sharm El Sheikh is seven hours behind Seoul. Sharm El Sheikh Airport is located in Sharm El Sheikh, which runs on the UTC+2 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Seoul to SSH.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Seoul to SSH departing from Incheon International Airport (ICN), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The distance from central Seoul to ICN is roughly 48 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether you plan to drive or take public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Incheon International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Seoul to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, these accommodation options will put you a quick hop from check-in:
When it comes to Incheon International Airport's on-time performance, 54.5% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
From the centre of Seoul, GMP is around 16 kilometres away. When working out how to get there, find out whether public transport is available or if it's easier to drive.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Seoul to SSH flight? Kick back in a hotel near Gimpo International Airport before your trip officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Gimpo International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 75.94%.
About Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Seoul to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near SSH:
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Booking your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Seoul to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh
From Sharm El Sheikh Airport, central Sharm El Sheikh is around 5 kilometres away. It takes about 5 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It'll take around 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
Right now, R 6,265 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seoul to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 13,405. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Seoul to SSH, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Seoul to Sharm El Sheikh Airport ticket.
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Nail down a great price on a flight from Seoul to Sharm El Sheikh Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
The best time to fly from Seoul to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Seoul to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH). August is the most popular month to visit Sharm El Sheikh. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in February.
The warmest month in Sharm El Sheikh is August, with temperatures ranging between 27ºC (81ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Lock in your Seoul to SSH plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Seoul to Sharm El Sheikh Airport in January when temperatures are between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
More about Sharm El Sheikh
Once you've booked your flight from Seoul to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sharm El Sheikh:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Shark's Bay Beach, Коралловый риф (coral reef) and Naama Bay are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Sharm El Sheikh itinerary.
Explore more of Egypt
Suez is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be explored after you've seen Sharm El Sheikh. Around 290 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Ali Ibn Abi Taleb Mosque, Fatima Zahra Mosque and Suez National Museum.
Around 274 kilometres south-west of Sharm El Sheikh, Dishnā is another essential stop in Egypt. No visit is complete without checking out قرية الحمدية Al hamdiah, المسجد العمري and نادي العائلات بالعزازية.
