Flying from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
The timezone in Sharm El Sheikh is UTC+2, which is eight hours ahead of Chicago.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ORD to SSH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between ORD and SSH:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Amman Queen Alia Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
328 € is currently the best price for a one-way Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight. Return flights start from 568 €. These prices may change depending on availability.
To find cheap tickets from ORD to SSH, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport.
Handy information about Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.
Of the departures from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Chicago O'Hare International Airport from central Chicago, it takes about 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 45 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near ORD:
Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
Consider staying in a hotel near SSH if you're catching a late Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Sharm El Sheikh Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Budget or Sixt and explore beyond Sharm El Sheikh's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Sharm El Sheikh Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
When to fly to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Sharm El Sheikh. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Sharm El Sheikh, with temperatures ranging from 27ºC (81ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ORD to SSH in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of Egypt
Sharm El Sheikh has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Egypt just waiting to be discovered. Around 386 kilometres north-west of Sharm El Sheikh, a visit to Cairo will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Gizeh Plateau, TUTANKHAMUN'S TREASURE and River Nile.
Around 386 kilometres north-west of Sharm El Sheikh, Giza is another essential stop in Egypt. No visit is complete without checking out Great Sphinx of Giza, Great Pyramid of Giza and Khufu Pyramid.
