Flying from Antalya Airport (AYT) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Antalya Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours.
The timezone in Sharm El Sheikh is UTC+2, which is one hour behind Antalya.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to catch your AYT to SSH flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Flying into Sharm El Sheikh (and then exploring more of Egypt!) is a cinch with Pegasus. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Antalya Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Pegasus.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Antalya Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between AYT and SSH:
Cairo International Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Antalya Airport (AYT) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Antalya Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight is $70. A round-trip ticket is currently $141. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from AYT to SSH if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
Organise your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Antalya Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from AYT to SSH by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Antalya Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport.
Handy information about Antalya Airport (AYT)
Of the flights that depart from Antalya Airport, 79.67% land on time at their destination.
To get to Antalya Airport from central Antalya, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes about 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Antalya Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near AYT:
Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
Reserve a hotel close to SSH if you're on a late Antalya Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Sharm El Sheikh Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Budget or Sixt and explore beyond Sharm El Sheikh's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Sharm El Sheikh Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh
From Sharm El Sheikh Airport, Sharm El Sheikh is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 5 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
August is the busiest month for flights from Antalya Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Sharm El Sheikh in February.
When reserving your flight from Antalya Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Sharm El Sheikh, with the temperature ranging from 27ºC to 38ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AYT to SSH in January. Average temperatures are between 11ºC and 22ºC then.
Explore more of Egypt
You've done Sharm El Sheikh, now it's time to discover other parts of Egypt. Journey around 386 kilometres north-west to Cairo to tick off its top attractions. From giza pyramids to Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 386 kilometres north-west of Sharm El Sheikh, Giza is another essential stop in Egypt. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Giza Plateau, Star Card and street Nadi Alsaeed.
