Travelling from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
Sharm El Sheikh is two hours ahead of Belfast and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Your BFS to SSH flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Belfast International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between BFS and SSH:
Manchester Airport
London Gatwick Airport
Antalya Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
$222 is currently the best price for a one-way Belfast International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight. Return flights start at $527. These prices may change based on availability.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from BFS to SSH. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Belfast International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from BFS to SSH.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Belfast International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Belfast International Airport (BFS)
67.55% of flights taking off from Belfast International Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Belfast to Belfast International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a journey time of about 2 hours on public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near BFS? If you're catching an early flight from Belfast International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Belfast International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SSH instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Sharm El Sheikh Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis, Budget or Sixt and find adventure across Sharm El Sheikh and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Sharm El Sheikh Airport around two weeks before your trip.
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 around 5 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
It'll take around 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
August is the most popular month for flights from Belfast International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Sharm El Sheikh in February.
When reserving your flight from Belfast International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Sharm El Sheikh, with the temperature ranging from 27ºC to 38ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from BFS to SSH in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 11ºC and 22ºC on average.
Explore more of Egypt
Sharm El Sheikh is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Egypt just waiting to be discovered. About 386 kilometres north-west of Sharm El Sheikh, a visit to Cairo will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like giza pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili.
Giza is another must-experience destination in Egypt and is around 386 kilometres north-west of Sharm El Sheikh. No trip is complete without dropping by Giza Plateau, Star Card and street Nadi Alsaeed.
