Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
Sharm El Sheikh is nine hours ahead of San Francisco and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SFO to SSH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between SFO and SSH:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
Right now, $1,758 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $3,650. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from SFO to SSH. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport.
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Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from San Francisco International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
When it comes to the on-time performance of San Francisco International Airport, data shows 77.36% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport usually takes 45 minutes.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near SFO. Whether you're catching an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late San Francisco International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SSH instead:
Pick up a Sharm El Sheikh Airport rental car and discover Sharm El Sheikh and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Budget and Sixt are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Sharm El Sheikh Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm El Sheikh Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from the centre of Sharm El Sheikh. The drive time takes around 5 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Sharm El Sheikh based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport for August if you want to go to Sharm El Sheikh during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 27ºC (81ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SFO to SSH sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Egypt
Sharm El Sheikh is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Egypt waiting to be explored. About 386 kilometres north-west of Sharm El Sheikh, a trip to Cairo will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like giza pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili.
Giza is another standout destination in Egypt and is around 386 kilometres north-west of Sharm El Sheikh. No journey is complete without a visit to Giza Plateau, Star Card and street Nadi Alsaeed.
