Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
Sharm El Sheikh's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Sharm El Sheikh two hours ahead of London.
To ensure you get on your LHR to SSH flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LHR and SSH:
Cairo Airport
Manchester Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
$188 is currently the lowest price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight. A return flight starts from $452. These fares may change depending on demand.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LHR to SSH. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Of the flights that depart from London Heathrow Airport, 78% touch down on time at their destination.
London Heathrow Airport is about 24 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to LHR:
Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
If you're arriving on a late London Heathrow Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near SSH:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Sharm El Sheikh Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Budget or Sixt and experience the lesser-explored corners of Sharm El Sheikh and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Sharm El Sheikh Airport about two weeks before travelling.
When to fly to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
April is the busiest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Sharm El Sheikh in March.
When booking your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Sharm El Sheikh, with temperatures ranging from 27ºC (81ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LHR to SSH in January. Temperatures average between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of Egypt
You've done Sharm El Sheikh, now it's time to discover other parts of Egypt. Travel around 386 kilometres north-west to Cairo to tick off its top sights. From Gizeh Plateau to TUTANKHAMUN'S TREASURE and River Nile, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Giza is another must-experience destination in Egypt and is around 386 kilometres north-west of Sharm El Sheikh. No journey is complete without seeing Great Sphinx of Giza, Great Pyramid of Giza and Khufu Pyramid.