Travelling from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is two hours behind Sharm El Sheikh.
Your SSH to LHR flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between SSH and LHR:
Queen Alia International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Guglielmo Marconi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sharm El Sheikh Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight is $248. A round-trip ticket right now is $521. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from SSH to LHR, book early. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to London Heathrow Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across the month and bag a great deal.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from SSH to LHR.
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Handy information about Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sharm El Sheikh Airport, data shows 65.11% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Sharm El Sheikh to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is approximately 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 5 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey when using public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near SSH. Whether you have an early flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to London Heathrow Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Consider staying in a hotel near LHR if you have a late Sharm El Sheikh Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and see more of London and beyond.
Booking your ride from London Heathrow Airport around one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
From London Heathrow Airport, London is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 55 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
July is the most popular month for flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to London Heathrow Airport. For smaller crowds, head to London in February.
Before locking in your flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to London Heathrow Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from SSH to LHR in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've seen London. Around 161 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Around 177 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. Start your sightseeing at Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.