# SSH — Sharm El Sheikh International Airport > Machine-readable reference for SSH. Single-airport scope. Re-fetch when content_generated_at changes. Canonical: https://airport.flights/airport/ssh HTML page: https://airport.flights/airport/ssh Markdown alt: https://airport.flights/airport/ssh.md JSON: https://airport.flights/api/airport/SSH.json (includes live arrivals + weather) Sitemap: https://airport.flights/sitemap-airports.xml Last refreshed: 2026-06-18T07:20:32.225+00:00 --- ## Identity - Name: Sharm El Sheikh International Airport - IATA: SSH - ICAO: HESH - City: Sharm El Sheikh - Country: EG (EG) - Timezone: Africa/Cairo - Distance from city: 18 km northeast of Sharm El Sheikh city centre - Runways: 2 - Terminals: 2 - Annual passengers: .7M ## Overview Welcome Sharm El Sheikh International Airport is more of a gateway than a destination, primarily serving the bustling beach-resort city with all the rush and rigmarole you might expect from a tourism hotspot. Located 18 km northeast from the city center, this airport offers a no-nonsense transit experience with a compact layout. But prepare yourself: the layers of security and visa checks are a frequent topic among travelers, who describe it as navigating an obstacle course. For first-time visitors, the array of checks and queues can be overwhelming, especially if the unexpected visa rules catch you off-guard. However, once through the hurdles, appreciate the runway views of the Red Sea. At a glance Handling approximately 0.7 million passengers a year, Sharm El Sheikh International Airport houses two terminals: T1 and T2. Runways cater to a variety of international airlines, making it a central access point for those traveling to Egypt's famed resort city. With limited frills in terms of shopping and dining, and basic amenities, you'll want to pass through promptly if possible. The airport notably lacks hub airline operations, emphasizing its strong role in tourist transit rather t… ## Terminals (2) - **Terminal 1** — airlines: EgyptAir, TUI Airways, Air Cairo URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ssh/terminals/t1 - **Terminal 2** — airlines: EasyJet, Wizz Air, Turkish Airlines URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ssh/terminals/t2 ## Dining (8) - **Burger King** — T1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ssh/restaurants/burger-king-t1 - **Café Ritazza** — T1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ssh/restaurants/cafe-ritazza-t1 - **Cinnabon** — T1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ssh/restaurants/cinnabon-t1 - **Costa Coffee** — T1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ssh/restaurants/costa-coffee-t1 - **Food Court Restaurant** — T1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ssh/restaurants/food-court-restaurant-t1 - **McDonald's** — T1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ssh/restaurants/mcdonald-s-t1 - **Segafredo** — T1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ssh/restaurants/segafredo-t1 - **Snack Bar** — T2 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ssh/restaurants/snack-bar-t2 ## Lounges (4) - **CIP Lounge** — T1 · access: Terminal 1, prepaid service URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ssh/lounges/cip-lounge-t1 - **First Class Lounge** — T1 · access: Terminal 1, airline-invited URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ssh/lounges/first-class-lounge-t1 - **Pasha Lounge** — T1 · access: Terminal 1, pay-per-use URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ssh/lounges/pasha-lounge-t1 - **Pearl Lounge** — T1 · access: Terminal 1, VIP service · day pass: £29 · 24 hours URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ssh/lounges/pearl-lounge-t1 ## Shops (8) - **Convenience Shop** — T1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ssh/shops/convenience-shop-t1 - **Duty Free Shop** — T1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ssh/shops/duty-free-shop-t1 - **Egypt Air Duty Free** — T1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ssh/shops/egypt-air-duty-free-t1 - **Gift Shop** — T1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ssh/shops/gift-shop-t1 - **Jewellery Shop** — T1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ssh/shops/jewellery-shop-t1 - **Newspaper Kiosk** — T1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ssh/shops/newspaper-kiosk-t1 - **Perfume Shop** — T1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ssh/shops/perfume-shop-t1 - **Souvenir Shop** — T1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ssh/shops/souvenir-shop-t1 ## Parking (5) - **Bus Parking Area** — Coach URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ssh/parking/bus-parking-area - **Long Stay Car Park** — Surface URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ssh/parking/long-stay-car-park - **Short Stay Car Park** — Surface URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ssh/parking/short-stay-car-park - **Taxi Parking Area** — Rank URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ssh/parking/taxi-parking-area - **Terminal 1 Car Park** — Surface URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ssh/parking/terminal-1-car-park ## Ground transport (8) - **Airport Taxi** — Meterless taxi · ≈50 EGP for short local rides (local target fare, not official meter rate) URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ssh/transport/airport-taxi - **Hotel Shuttle** — Hotel minibus · 20-30 minnutes · ≈200–250 EGP Airport → Naama Bay; 250–300 EGP Airport → Hadaba (community-reported fixed prices) URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ssh/transport/hotel-shuttle - **Limousine Service** — Chauffeur car URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ssh/transport/limousine-service - **Local Bus** — Public bus URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ssh/transport/local-bus - **Private Transfer** — Prebooked car · 15 minutes · ≈800–1200 EGP SSH–Dahab private transfer (community-reported range) URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ssh/transport/private-transfer - **Ride-hail Car** — App-based · 200-300 EGP URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ssh/transport/ride-hail-car - **Shared Shuttle** — Minibus · 20-30 minuttes URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ssh/transport/shared-shuttle - **Tour Operator Coach** — Package transfer URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ssh/transport/tour-operator-coach ## Insider tips - _Insider_: Skip the paid visa if staying in Sinai. Instead, request a free "Sinai Only" entry stamp at passport control which saves $25. - _Time_: Allocate a full 3 hours before departure for multiple security checks, including passport control and re-screening. - _Money_: Pre-book your airport transfer to Naama Bay, with costs typically around 300–700 EGP; taxis are often unmetered. - _Avoid_: Bring snacks and a refillable water bottle from your resort as airport options tend to be limited and pricey. - _Quiet_: Duty-free zones in T1 can offer peace after security bottlenecks; a good spot to regroup. - _Local_: Small-denomination cash can be useful; many airport facilities lack card payment options. - _Quiet_: For panoramic Red Sea views, head to the VIP lounge marketed by local agencies. --- ## Live data Live arrivals, departures, and weather are not in this static reference. Fetch: - https://airport.flights/api/airport/SSH.json — JSON with current live boards + weather (12h cache) - https://airport.flights/airport/ssh/arrivals — HTML page with live arrivals - https://airport.flights/airport/ssh/departures — HTML page with live departures