Flying from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
The timezone in Sharm El Sheikh is UTC+2, which is one hour behind Manama.
Leave enough time to make your BAH to SSH flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Gulf Air offers direct flights from Bahrain International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Sharm El Sheikh — and maybe even more of Egypt if time allows.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Gulf Air on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bahrain International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between BAH and SSH:
King Khaled International Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Cairo International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Bahrain International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight is ر.ق. 962. A return fare is currently ر.ق. 1,441. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from BAH to SSH, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Bahrain International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Bahrain International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
Bahrain International Airport has an excellent on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from BAH touch down on schedule 85.53% of the time.
Central Manama to Bahrain International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to BAH? If you've booked an early flight from Bahrain International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Bahrain International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SSH instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Sharm El Sheikh Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Avis, Budget or Sixt and discover more of Sharm El Sheikh and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Sharm El Sheikh Airport about two weeks before travelling.
Getting from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm El Sheikh Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of Sharm El Sheikh. The drive time takes around 5 minutes.
It'll take around 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Bahrain International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Sharm El Sheikh. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Bahrain International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport for August if you want to visit Sharm El Sheikh during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 27ºC and 38ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from BAH to SSH in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 11ºC and 22ºC on average.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo is just one of the many places in Egypt waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Sharm El Sheikh. Around 386 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include giza pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili.
Giza is another must-experience destination in Egypt and is around 386 kilometres north-west of Sharm El Sheikh. No trip is complete without experiencing Giza Plateau, Star Card and street Nadi Alsaeed.
