Travelling from New York to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport (SSH): What you need to know
Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport is located in Sharm El Sheikh. The city operates on the UTC+2 timezone and is seven hours ahead of New York.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from New York to SSH. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Flying during a peak month like July? Popular seasons (like Christmas and New Year) can easily add another hour at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
We make it simple to book cheap flights from New York to SSH that include a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between JFK and SSH include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Geneva Airport (GVA)
The journey from central New York to JFK takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near New York John F. Kennedy International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from New York to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to the on-time performance of New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, data shows 73% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Split up your flight from New York to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross a new place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Newark Liberty International Airport and SSH include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Geneva Airport (GVA)
You can reach EWR from the centre of New York in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour to travel the 24 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your New York to SSH flight? Unwind in a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 71%. This figure reflects how frequently flights that depart from this airport land on time.
The address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
The journey to LGA from central New York is around 55 minutes on public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 30 minutes to cover the 13 kilometres or so.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay close to New York LaGuardia Airport and know you'll make it to your boarding gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early New York to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights arrive at their destinations as expected. At LGA, that rate is 69%.
New York LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport (SSH)
Consider staying in a hotel near SSH if you're catching a late flight from New York to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport. Pick one of these options and say goodnight sooner:
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride around two weeks before your New York to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport flight.
Getting from Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh
Central Sharm El Sheikh is around 14 kilometres from Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
It'll take around 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport (SSH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport is $598. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,146. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from New York to SSH if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest New York to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from New York to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport (SSH)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from New York to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport (SSH). March is the peak month for travel to Sharm El Sheikh. If crowds aren't your thing, go in December.
Lock in a New York to SSH plane ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Sharm El Sheikh to range from 27ºC (81ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from New York to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
More about Sharm El Sheikh
Once you've booked your flight from New York to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation 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, Naama Bay and Beach are highlights which should be on every Sharm El Sheikh itinerary.
Explore more of Egypt
Suez is just one of the many places in Egypt waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Sharm El Sheikh. Around 290 kilometres away to the northwest, its best attractions include Suez National Museum, Salam Mosque and Khalid ibn al-Walid Mosque.
Your trip through Egypt isn't complete without visiting Dishnā. The old mosque in the eastern Balbrarh is among the highlights in this destination, which is about 274 kilometres southwest of Sharm El Sheikh.