Travelling from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
Sharm El Sheikh's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Sharm El Sheikh one hour ahead of Basel.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to board your BSL to SSH flight.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from EuroAirport Swiss to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between BSL and SSH include:
Naples International Airport
Antalya Airport
Hurghada International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
At the moment, ر.ق. 374 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way EuroAirport Swiss to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ر.ق. 704. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from BSL to SSH. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Sharm El Sheikh Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from BSL to SSH by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Sharm El Sheikh Airport.
Handy information about EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of EuroAirport Swiss, 76.48% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach EuroAirport Swiss from central Basel, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport will take about 30 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near BSL? If you're boarding an early flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an EuroAirport Swiss to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SSH instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Sharm El Sheikh Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Budget or Sixt and explore beyond Sharm El Sheikh's main sights.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Sharm El Sheikh Airport about two weeks ahead.
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.
It'll take around 50 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Sharm El Sheikh. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Sharm El Sheikh, with the temperature ranging from 27ºC to 38ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BSL to SSH in January. Temperatures average between 11ºC and 22ºC then.
Explore more of Egypt
Sharm El Sheikh has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Egypt you should also see. Around 386 kilometres north-west of Sharm El Sheikh, a visit to Cairo will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like giza pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili.
Around 386 kilometres north-west of Sharm El Sheikh, Giza is another favourite stop in Egypt. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Giza Plateau, Star Card and street Nadi Alsaeed.
