Sharm el-Sheikh travel guide

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You're Going to Love Sharm el-Sheikh

With a population of 12,000, Sharm el-Sheikh is a must-see destination in Janub Sina', Egypt. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Sharm el-Sheikh has to offer.

When to visit Sharm el-Sheikh

Sharm el-Sheikh in February
Estimated hotel price
$82
1 night at 3-star hotel
Sharm el-Sheikh in February
Estimated hotel price
$82
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Sharm el-Sheikh in August, when the average temperature is 33 °C, and the highest can go up to 38 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 13 °C, with an average temperature of 18 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 3 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Sharm el-Sheikh, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.

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How to Get to Sharm el-Sheikh

Plane

When flying to Sharm el-Sheikh, you’ll arrive at Sharm el-Sheikh Ophira (SSH), which is located 6 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Sharm el-Sheikh from Australia departs from Melbourne and takes around 34h 25m.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Sharm el-Sheikh Al-Riwaysat, located 2 miles from the city centre of Sharm el-Sheikh. Sharm el-Sheikh Watania is also a commonly used station, and is 2 miles from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Sharm el-Sheikh, you’ll arrive at Sharm el-Sheikh Ophira (SSH), which is located 6 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Sharm el-Sheikh from Australia departs from Melbourne and takes around 34h 25m.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Sharm el-Sheikh Al-Riwaysat, located 2 miles from the city centre of Sharm el-Sheikh. Sharm el-Sheikh Watania is also a commonly used station, and is 2 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Sharm el-Sheikh

Airlines serving Sharm el-Sheikh

Lufthansa
Good (4,614 reviews)
SWISS
Good (927 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,454 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,284 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,729 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Egypt Air
Good (193 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,449 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (194 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (396 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,255 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (134 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (237 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (413 reviews)
Royal Jordanian
Good (220 reviews)
Kuwait Airways
Good (263 reviews)
Luxair
Excellent (40 reviews)
Condor
Good (253 reviews)
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Where to stay in Sharm el-Sheikh

From 5-star hotels such as the Savoy Sharm El Sheikh to great affordable options like the Naama Blue Hotel, Sharm el-Sheikh offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $87 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $182 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Sharm el-Sheikh, with prices from $18 to $6,887 per night. Hadaba is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Sharm el-Sheikh are about 62% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Sharm el-Sheikh

Most booked hotels in Sharm el-Sheikh

Pickalbatros Palace Resort Sharm El Sheikh
5 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
$213+
Pickalbatros Laguna Vista Aqua Park - Sharm El Sheikh
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
$176+
Rixos Sharm El Sheikh Adults Only 18 +
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
$409+
Sunrise Arabian Beach Resort
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
$196+
Rixos Premium Seagate
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$419+
Naama Bay Hotel & Resort
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$126+

Hiring a car in Sharm el-Sheikh

Expect to pay $0.43 per litre in Sharm el-Sheikh (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $5.15 and $6.86.

Expect to pay $0.43 per litre in Sharm el-Sheikh (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $5.15 and $6.86.