Flying from Munich Airport (MUC) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
Sharm El Sheikh is one hour ahead of Munich and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Your MUC to SSH flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak time such as September? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Munich Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between MUC and SSH include:
Antalya Airport
Bologna International Airport
Bari Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Munich Airport (MUC) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Munich Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight is ر.ق. 455. A return fare is currently ر.ق. 737. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap tickets from MUC to SSH, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Munich Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Snapping up cheap flights from MUC to SSH is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Munich Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Munich Airport (MUC)
Of all flights departing from Munich Airport, 79% land on time at their destination.
To reach Munich Airport from central Munich, it'll take around 40 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Munich Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to MUC:
Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
If you're arriving on a late Munich Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near SSH:
Grab a Sharm El Sheikh Airport rental car and explore Sharm El Sheikh and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Budget and Sixt are top outlets to choose from here.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Sharm El Sheikh Airport around two weeks in advance.
Getting from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm El Sheikh Airport to central Sharm El Sheikh has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
It'll take around 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The quietest month for a flight from Munich Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is March, while April is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Sharm El Sheikh based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Munich Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport for August if you'd like to visit Sharm El Sheikh during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 27ºC and 38ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MUC to SSH in January. Average temperatures are between 11ºC and 22ºC then.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo is just one of the many places in Egypt waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Sharm El Sheikh. Around 386 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Gizeh Plateau, TUTANKHAMUN'S TREASURE and River Nile.
Giza is another favourite destination in Egypt and is around 386 kilometres north-west of Sharm El Sheikh. No trip is complete without dropping by Great Sphinx of Giza, Great Pyramid of Giza and Khufu Pyramid.
