Travelling from Glasgow to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport (SSH): What you need to know
Glasgow Airport (GLA) is Glasgow's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Glasgow to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport (SSH) taking off from here.
Take a direct Glasgow to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 5 hours 45 minutes.
Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport is located in Sharm El Sheikh. The city follows the UTC+2 timezone and is two hours ahead of Glasgow.
The busiest route is from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport (SSH). You can choose from 2 direct services each week. TUI operates a 2pm departure between GLA and SSH.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Glasgow to SSH.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like September and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow Airport (GLA)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Glasgow Airport (GLA). Nonstop flights from Glasgow to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport (SSH) are available from here.
TUI is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Glasgow to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport taking off from GLA.
TUI sees the most traveller bookings for flights from GLA to SSH.
With a dependable 90.0% of services arriving as scheduled, TUI is the best-performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Glasgow to SSH leaving from Glasgow Airport (GLA), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Birmingham Airport (BHX)
GLA is about 13 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 30 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Glasgow Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Glasgow to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
Glasgow Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 81% of flights that take off from GLA land on time.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
You can reach PIK from central Glasgow in approximately 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 55 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Glasgow to SSH flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Glasgow Prestwick Airport:
The majority of flights that depart Glasgow Prestwick Airport make it to their destination as planned. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 83%.
About Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport (SSH)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Glasgow to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near SSH:
Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Glasgow to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Sharm El Sheikh. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport (SSH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport is $117. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $256. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Glasgow to SSH if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Glasgow to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Glasgow to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport (SSH)
March is the busiest month for flights from Glasgow to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport (SSH). Visit Sharm El Sheikh in December for a more laid-back experience.
Book a Glasgow to SSH plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Sharm El Sheikh to range from 27ºC (81ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Glasgow to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Sharm El Sheikh
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Sharm El Sheikh right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Glasgow to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Shark's Bay Beach, Naama Bay and Beach are must-do's during your Sharm El Sheikh adventure.
Explore more of Egypt
Suez is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Sharm El Sheikh. Around 290 kilometres away to the northwest, well-known attractions include Suez National Museum, Salam Mosque and Khalid ibn al-Walid Mosque.
Next? Head onward to Dishnā. It's located about 274 kilometres southwest of Sharm El Sheikh and features highlights like The old mosque in the eastern Balbrarh.