Flying from Belfast to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): What you need to know
Belfast is home to a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Belfast to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) departing from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD).
The timezone in Sharm El Sheikh is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of Belfast. Sharm El Sheikh Airport is located in Sharm El Sheikh.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Belfast to SSH.
With more travellers during high season, it's smart to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow extra time for delays.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Belfast to SSH that include a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Belfast International Airport (BFS), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between BFS and SSH include:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Antalya Airport (AYT)
Located around 32 kms (20 miles) from central Belfast, BFS can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 2 hours.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Belfast International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Belfast to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
67.55% of flights that leave from Belfast International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Split up your flight from Belfast to Sharm El Sheikh Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross a new place off your list. Some great stopovers between George Best Belfast City Airport and SSH include:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
London Luton Airport (LTN)
Bristol Airport (BRS)
You can reach BHD from central Belfast in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 20 minutes to travel the 8 kms (5 miles) or so.
Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near George Best Belfast City Airport the day before your Belfast to SSH flight:
As far as flight punctuality goes, George Best Belfast City Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 68.3%.
About Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Belfast to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon 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 set of wheels. Avis, Budget and Sixt are popular outlets you can book with here.
For the best deal, book your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Belfast to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight.
Getting from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm El Sheikh Airport is around 3 miles from the centre of Sharm El Sheikh. It takes around 5 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It takes around 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
£71 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. A return flight starts from £152. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Belfast to SSH if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Belfast to Sharm El Sheikh Airport tickets across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Belfast to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Belfast to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH). August is when most people visit Sharm El Sheikh. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in February.
Lock in a Belfast to SSH plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Sharm El Sheikh to range from 27ºC (81ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Belfast to Sharm El Sheikh Airport in January when temperatures are between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
More about Sharm El Sheikh
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Sharm El Sheikh right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Belfast to Sharm El Sheikh Airport:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Shark's Bay Beach, Коралловый риф (coral reef) and Naama Bay are attractions you won't want to skip in Sharm El Sheikh.
Explore more of Egypt
You've seen Sharm El Sheikh, now it's time to discover other corners of Egypt. Travel around 290 kms (180 miles) north-west to Suez to check off its popular sights. From Ali Ibn Abi Taleb Mosque to Fatima Zahra Mosque and Suez National Museum, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 274 kms (170 miles) south-west of Sharm El Sheikh, Dishnā is another essential stop in Egypt. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at قرية الحمدية Al hamdiah, المسجد العمري and نادي العائلات بالعزازية.