Travelling from Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport (HBE) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is 1 hour 55 minutes.
Sharm El Sheikh's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Alexandria.
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 when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Flying into Sharm El Sheikh (and then seeing more of Egypt!) is a breeze with Air Cairo. This popular airline has direct flights from Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport.
Air Cairo is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between HBE and SSH:
Jeddah Airport
Cairo Airport
Amman Queen Alia Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport (HBE) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight is $149. A round-trip fare right now is $300. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from HBE to SSH if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
Landing cheap flights from HBE to SSH is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport.
Handy information about Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
Of the flights that depart from Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport, 67% land on schedule at their destination.
Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Alexandria. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 15 minutes when using public transport.
If you've booked an early flight from Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, why not stay close by? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra sleep) at Guesthouse Near HBE Airport Pool. Relaxation Villa With Private Pool is another handy option near HBE.
Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
If you're coming in on a late Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these options near SSH:
Explore without limits with a Sharm El Sheikh Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis, Budget or Sixt and chase adventure across Sharm El Sheikh and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Sharm El Sheikh Airport around two weeks in advance.
Getting from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh
From Sharm El Sheikh Airport, Sharm El Sheikh is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
When to fly to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
April is the most popular month for flights from Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Sharm El Sheikh in March.
Book your flight from Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport for August if you'd like to visit Sharm El Sheikh during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 27ºC (81ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from HBE to SSH in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Sharm El Sheikh. Around 386 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Gizeh Plateau, TUTANKHAMUN'S TREASURE and River Nile.
Giza is another well-known destination in Egypt and is around 386 kilometres north-west of Sharm El Sheikh. No trip is complete without seeing Great Sphinx of Giza, Great Pyramid of Giza and Khufu Pyramid.
