Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport Guide (SSH)

Airport info
Code: SSH
Address:
El-Salam, Ras Nasrani, Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt
Location:

Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport is located 18km (11 miles) northeast of Sharm el-Sheikh.

No. of terminals: 2 Dialling code: +20
Telephone:
+20 69 360 1140

Serving Egypt’s popular Red Sea coast, Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport is located a short distance northeast of Sharm el-Sheikh city. Our Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport guide includes airport contact details, as well as information relating to terminal facilities, transportation options and nearby hotels.

Airport news: 

Ongoing security concerns at the airport has caused numerous airlines to suspend services to Sharm el-Sheikh as of 2016. A long-planned third terminal, scheduled to become operational in 2015, is yet to open.

Information: 

There are no information desks at Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport, but tour operator representatives are on hand to provide information for arriving holidaymakers.

Driving directions: 

Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport is directly off the main El-Salam highway that runs northeast from central Sharm el-Sheikh. The total drive time from the city centre to the airport is approximately 15 minutes.

Public Transport

Public transport road: 

Most arriving passengers transfer directly to their accommodation using transport arranged by their tour operator or hotel. Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport is not particularly geared to the independent traveller and public transport is limited.

Shuttle:Public minibuses operate from outside Arrivals into Sharm el-Sheikh (journey time: 15 minutes) – but these generally don't depart until they are full. Expect to haggle over the fare.

Taxi:Regular taxis and tourist taxis (which charge double the fare) operate from Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport. The official regular taxi charges around E£40, but it’s essential to negotiate with the driver before departing.

Terminal facilities

Money: 

Banking and currency exchange facilities are located within the terminals, and several ATMs are dotted throughout.

Communication: 

Wi-Fi internet access is available throughout Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport. Several payphones for both domestic and international calls are also available.

Food: 

Several cafés, restaurants and snack bars serving both local and international food can be found at Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport.

Shopping: 

There are numerous shops at Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport, including a newsagent/bookstore, souvenir retailers and jewellery shops. Duty-free shopping is also available. The traditional style bazaars here are excellent places to look for gifts before a flight home.

Luggage: 

A cloakroom is available at the airport where passengers are able to store luggage for a short period. A lost and found office (tel: +20 69 360 1140) is also available, located in the arrival area.

Airport facilities

Conference and business: 

There are currently no conference facilities within Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport. However, such services are available at several large nearby hotels, including the Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh (tel: +20 69 360 3555; www.coralsearesorts.eu) located roughly 8km (5 miles) from the airport.

Disabled facilities: 

Facilities for disabled travellers are basic. Wheelchairs are available from the airline counters. Any passengers who may require additional assistance are advised to contact both the airport (tel: +20 69 360 1140) and their airline before travelling.

Car parking: 

Extensive short- and long-term secured parking is available outside both terminals.

Car rental: 

Car hire operators Hertz and Thrifty are represented at Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport, along with a couple of local outfits. Other providers operate from resort hotels.

Hotels

There are no on-site hotels at Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport. All major accommodation options are at least a 10-minute drive away on the coast or in the resort centre itself.


Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh

+20 69 360 3555

The Four Seasons is 8km (5 miles) from Sharm el-Sheikh Airport and the hotel can arrange a limousine service to/from the airport, for those wishing to arrive in both style and comfort. On-site amenities include a restaurant and bar, swimming pool and Wi-Fi internet access, as well as spa and fitness facilities. There are also 24-hour business services for those wishing to keep on top of their workload.

1 Four Seasons Boulevard, Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt

Sharm El Sheikh Marriott Resort

+20 69 360 0190

Situated on a pristine beachfront, the highly luxurious Sharm El Sheikh Marriott Resort is located in Naama Bay in central Sharm El Sheikh, and offers a shuttle service to the nearby airport. On-site facilities include a full-service spa, several dining options and a full fitness centre, as well as a large swimming pool and private beach.

Naama Bay, Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt

Coral Sea Sensatori Resort

+20 69 367 0585

The Coral Sea Sensatori Resort is located 4km (2.5 miles) from Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport. The hotel has a dive and water sports centre and a shopping arcade, and is close to the Naama Bay entertainment area.

Ras Nasrani, Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt
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