Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as June and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
If you prefer a stopover for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. Here are the top stopovers between EDI and SSH:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Antalya Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Before organising your cheap ticket from EDI to SSH, check whether you need a visa to enter Egypt. Visa and travel document requirements may vary and are updated frequently. For the latest information, get in touch with the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're going to.
Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SSH instead:
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Travelling from central Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport takes about 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 31 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to EDI:
More about Sharm El Sheikh
Once you've locked in your flights from EDI to SSH, you'll need to find a place to stay in Sharm El Sheikh. Make one of these options your base for exploring this popular destination:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Naama Bay, Soho Square Dancing Fountain and Sharm El Sheikh Museum are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Sharm El Sheikh itinerary.
Getting from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh
From Sharm El Sheikh Airport, Sharm El Sheikh is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 7 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 51 minutes.
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How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is $172. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $341. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get flight tickets from EDI to SSH. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when searching for a ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport.
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When to fly to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
August is the most popular month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Sharm El Sheikh in February.
The warmest month in Sharm El Sheikh is August, with temperatures ranging between 27 ºC and 38 ºC. Lock in your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for flight tickets from EDI to SSH in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 11 ºC and 22 ºC on average.