Sharm el Sheikh Airport GuideAirport Code: SSH Sharm el Sheikh Airport is 11 miles / 18 km northeast of the town, just on the main road that follows the coast directly into Sharm el Sheikh – this drive takes around twenty minutes. There are two terminal buildings with all the usually facilities you’d expect at a busy holiday airport: banking and currency exchange, several restaurants and snack bars, and a range of retail outlets including souvenir shops, jewellery, and duty-free shopping. Disabled travellers can use wheelchairs provided by airlines by prior arrangement. Secure short-term and long-term car parking is available outside both terminals, and car hire is available within the airport. Public transport is by bus with minibuses providing a transfer service to Sharm el Sheikh – a 30 minute journey. Private taxis are available too, along with the more expensive tourist taxis. Most visitors who arrive at the airport are taken to their hotels by tour operator transfer coaches. News update: The airport is planning to open a new runway and third terminal during 2012, which will double the airport's capacity from 7.5 to 15 million passengers per year. More information |
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Facts at a glance
Time difference: +2 hours (UK)
Flight time: 5 hours from UK
Transfer Time: 30-45 minutes
Average Temp: 26 °C
