Flying from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport (HBE): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 55 minutes.
Alexandria's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Sharm El Sheikh.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your SSH to HBE flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Air Cairo is your gateway to exploring Alexandria (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Egypt!). Check out the direct flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Air Cairo.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between SSH and HBE:
Istanbul Airport
Jeddah Airport
Cairo Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport flight is R 1,267. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 2,728. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book 11 months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from SSH to HBE.
The cheapest month for flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from SSH to HBE.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
Of all flights leaving Sharm El Sheikh Airport, 72% touch down on time at their destination.
Sharm El Sheikh Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Sharm El Sheikh. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 30 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near SSH. Whether you have an early flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
Stay within a quick transfer of arrivals if you're landing on a late Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport flight. Guesthouse Near HBE Airport Pool is a comfortable option near HBE. Or check in and recharge your batteries at Relaxation Villa With Private Pool before continuing to your final destination.
Hit the road running by picking up a Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Avis or Sixt to explore Alexandria and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport around two weeks ahead of your trip.
When to fly to Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
July is the most popular month for flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Alexandria in March.
Lock in your flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport for August if you'd like to go to Alexandria during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SSH to HBE sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Alexandria. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Gizeh Plateau, TUTANKHAMUN'S TREASURE and River Nile.
Giza is another must-experience destination in Egypt and is around 177 kilometres south-east of Alexandria. No journey is complete without dropping by Great Sphinx of Giza, Great Pyramid of Giza and Khufu Pyramid.
