Travelling from Stansted Airport (STN) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Stansted Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is 5 hours 15 minutes.
Sharm El Sheikh is two hours ahead of London and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your STN to SSH flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
TUI has direct flights from Stansted Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Sharm El Sheikh — and maybe even more of Egypt if you have time.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is TUI.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Stansted Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between STN and SSH include:
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Catania-Fontanarossa Airport
Milano Malpensa Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Stansted Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight is 75 €. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 165 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from STN to SSH by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Stansted Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Select 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 Stansted Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport.
Handy information about Stansted Airport (STN)
64.73% of flights that take off from Stansted Airport reach their destination on time.
Central London to Stansted Airport is approximately 64 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Stansted Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to STN:
Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
Consider booking a hotel close to SSH if you're on a late Stansted Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Sharm El Sheikh Airport rental car and explore Sharm El Sheikh and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Budget and Sixt are popular providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Sharm El Sheikh Airport about two weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm El Sheikh Airport to central Sharm El Sheikh has a drive time of about 5 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
It typically takes 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Stansted Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Sharm El Sheikh. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Stansted Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Sharm El Sheikh, with the temperature ranging from 27ºC (81ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from STN to SSH around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Egypt
You've done Sharm El Sheikh, now it's time to explore other parts of Egypt. Travel about 386 kilometres north-west to Cairo to tick off its leading sights. From giza pyramids to Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 386 kilometres north-west of Sharm El Sheikh, Giza is another essential stop in Egypt. Experience major highlights starting with Giza Plateau, Star Card and street Nadi Alsaeed.