Travelling from Vancouver 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 follows the UTC+2 timezone and is ten hours ahead of Vancouver.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Vancouver to SSH. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Located around 13 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver, YVR can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Vancouver to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels close to Vancouver International Airport:
72% of flights taking off from Vancouver International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base (CXH)
You can get to CXH from the centre of Vancouver in approximately 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport takes roughly 10 minutes to travel the 2 kilometres or so.
Taking off bright and early? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base the day before your Vancouver to SSH flight:
Abbotsford International Airport (YXX)
YXX is around 72 kilometres from central Vancouver. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 20 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, you can expect a journey of around 2 hours 30 minutes.
Make catching an early Vancouver to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to Abbotsford International Airport and head to your check-in counter with time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights arrive within the expected time frame. At YXX, that figure is 68%.
About Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport (SSH)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Vancouver to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near SSH instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Budget or Sixt and explore beyond Sharm El Sheikh's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Vancouver to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Sharm El Sheikh. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport (SSH)
351 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport. Return flights start from 827 €. These fares can change depending on demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Vancouver to SSH. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport (SSH)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding your trip dates. September is the quietest month to go to Sharm El Sheikh. November is when most people book flights from Vancouver to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport (SSH), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in Sharm El Sheikh is August, with temperatures ranging between 27ºC (81ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Lock in your Vancouver to SSH plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Vancouver to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport in January when temperatures are between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
More about Sharm El Sheikh
Start your Sharm El Sheikh trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Vancouver to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
Shark's Bay Beach and Naama Bay are a couple of big attractions to add to your Sharm El Sheikh must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Beach.
Explore more of Egypt
Sharm El Sheikh is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Egypt just waiting to be explored. About 290 kilometres northwest of Sharm El Sheikh, a visit to Suez will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Ali Ibn Abi Taleb Mosque, Fatima Zahra Mosque and Suez National Museum.
If you're ready to explore another side of Egypt, consider Dishnā, about 274 kilometres southwest of Sharm El Sheikh. Elshikh Abdallah house, The old mosque in the eastern Balbrarh and Sheikh Ahmed Ismail mosque are among its highlights.