Travelling from New York to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): What you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from New York to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH). Explore your options for flying out of John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
Sharm El Sheikh Airport is located in Sharm El Sheikh. The city follows the UTC+2 timezone and is six hours ahead of New York.
To ensure you catch your flight from New York to SSH, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
In peak travel periods, allow for extended wait times and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from New York to SSH departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Top options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
The journey from central New York to JFK takes about 1 hour 20 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a convenient hotel close to John F. Kennedy International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from New York to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
Of all flights leaving John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% arrive on time at their destination.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from New York to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Here's where you can connect between Newark Liberty International Airport and SSH:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
On public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in about 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 24 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 30 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your New York to SSH flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Newark Liberty International Airport:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 73.3%.
The address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
LGA is around 18 kilometres from central New York. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 25 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay near LaGuardia Airport and know you'll make it to your boarding gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early New York to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight:
LGA has an on-time performance rating of 80.0%. This means most of its flights land on schedule and your trip goes off without a hitch.
You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
If you're arriving on a late flight from New York to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near SSH:
Pick up a Sharm El Sheikh Airport rental car and discover Sharm El Sheikh and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Budget and Sixt are popular providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your New York to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh
Central Sharm El Sheikh is around 5 kilometres from Sharm El Sheikh Airport and takes about 5 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a cab, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
$588 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from New York to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. A return flight starts at $1,232. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from New York to SSH. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest New York to Sharm El Sheikh Airport tickets across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal is available on flight tickets from New York to SSH.
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The best time to fly from New York to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from New York to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH). August is when most people travel to Sharm El Sheikh. If crowds aren't your thing, go in February.
Before locking in your New York to SSH flight ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Sharm El Sheikh, with temperatures ranging from 27ºC to 38ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 11ºC and 22ºC. Search for cheap tickets from New York to Sharm El Sheikh Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Sharm El Sheikh
After booking your flight from New York to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Sharm El Sheikh:
There are loads of awesome things to do in Sharm El Sheikh when you're ready to go sightseeing. Head straight for Shark's Bay Beach followed by Коралловый риф (coral reef) and Naama Bay.
Explore more of Egypt
Suez is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be explored once you've seen Sharm El Sheikh. Around 290 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Ali Ibn Abi Taleb Mosque, Fatima Zahra Mosque and Suez National Museum.
Around 274 kilometres south-west of Sharm El Sheikh, Dishnā is another essential stop in Egypt. Start your sightseeing at قرية الحمدية Al hamdiah, المسجد العمري and نادي العائلات بالعزازية.
