Flying from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
Sharm El Sheikh is one hour behind Doha and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
Your DOH to SSH flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Hamad International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between DOH and SSH include:
Bahrain International Airport
King Khaled International Airport
Borg El Arab Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
ر.ق. 599 is the lowest price for a one-way Hamad International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight. A return flight starts at ر.ق. 1,175. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DOH to SSH if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Hamad International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across the month and score a great deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from DOH to SSH by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Hamad International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport.
Handy information about Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Hamad International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 83.59% of flights that take off from DOH arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Central Doha to Hamad International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Hamad International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to DOH:
Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
Consider booking a hotel near SSH if you have a late Hamad International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Sharm El Sheikh Airport rental car and discover Sharm El Sheikh and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Budget and Sixt are top providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Sharm El Sheikh Airport about two weeks in advance.
Getting from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm El Sheikh Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from the centre of Sharm El Sheikh. The drive time takes about 5 minutes.
It typically takes 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Hamad International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Sharm El Sheikh. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Sharm El Sheikh is August, with the temperature ranging between 27ºC and 38ºC. Book your flights from Hamad International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 11ºC and 22ºC. Search for cheap tickets from DOH to SSH sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Egypt
You've visited Sharm El Sheikh, now it's time to explore more of Egypt. Journey about 386 kilometres north-west to Cairo to check off its must-visit sights. From giza pyramids to Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Giza is another essential stop in Egypt and is around 386 kilometres north-west of Sharm El Sheikh. No journey is complete without a visit to Giza Plateau, Star Card and street Nadi Alsaeed.
