What percentage of Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 35.9% of flights from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh have been direct. For journeys involving connecting flights, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers. This indicates that a notable portion of available flights on this route include at least one stop.

What's the flight time from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh?

The typical direct flight time from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh is 1 hour and 30 minutes, covering a distance of 376 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time is significantly longer, averaging 11 hours and 25 minutes. Travelers should consider these durations when planning their journey.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh?

Historically, good prices on flights from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh have been frequent. This route is classified as one that regularly offers competitive deals. Travelers can typically find favorable pricing when searching for this particular journey.

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2026-11-03 – 2026-11-07
CAI - Sharm El Sheikh
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CAI - Sharm El Sheikh
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CAI - Sharm El Sheikh
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Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh: Overview

Insights for flights from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh

Right now, if you are looking for cheap flights from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh, fares are near the typical level for this route. Prices typically range from $255–$660, with a median of $411. Only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding significantly lower prices can be challenging.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh? The data shows that April is the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $191. Other relatively inexpensive months include December, with a median of $336, and February, where the median fare is $345. Planning your trip during these months could lead to more favorable pricing.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 35.9% of recent fares being direct flights from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you should generally expect to include at least one stop on your journey.

How long is the flight from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh? A typical journey, including connections, takes about 1h 30m. While non-stop flights also have a median duration of 1h 30m, connecting flights can extend the travel time significantly, with a median of 15h 15m. This difference highlights the impact of stopovers on overall travel duration.

The distance between Cairo and Sharm El Sheikh is 376 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul flight. This relatively short distance contributes to the overall quick flight times when flying direct.

How much is a round trip from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh

Regular price: $181 - $249

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh.

The regular price range for flights from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh is between 181 USD and 249 USD. The current lowest deal is 115 USD with Nile Air. This price is available for travel from Oct 30-Oct 31.

now $115

Low $181

High $249

The cheapest time to fly from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh

The cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh is April, with a median price of $191. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $649. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $191

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $649

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh

Nesma Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

CAI - Sharm El Sheikh

Cairo (CAI) - Sharm El Sheikh (SSH)

Egyptair

$239

$196

One-way

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

CAI - Sharm El Sheikh

Cairo (CAI) - Sharm El Sheikh (SSH)

Egyptair

$238

$210

One-way

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

CAI - Sharm El Sheikh

Cairo (CAI) - Sharm El Sheikh (SSH)

Egyptair

$237

$210

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

CAI - Sharm El Sheikh

Cairo (CAI) - Sharm El Sheikh (SSH)

Egyptair

$237

$147

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

CAI - Sharm El Sheikh

Cairo (CAI) - Sharm El Sheikh (SSH)

Egyptair

$240

$154

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

CAI - Sharm El Sheikh

Cairo (CAI) - Sharm El Sheikh (SSH)

Egyptair

$237

$128

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh

4 nights

Nov 3 - Nov 7

$156 → $92

41%

1 night

Nov 6 - Nov 7

$160 → $103

35%

1 night

Nov 3 - Nov 4

$161 → $125

22%

8 nights

Nov 6 - Nov 14

$128 → $94

27%

Popular Airports to fly from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh

Cairo - Sharm El Sheikh route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh are near the typical level at $411.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically the cheapest month

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $191.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 30m

Direct flights to Sharm El Sheikh typically take 1h 30m, connecting flights take 15h 15m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, making up 64.1% of recent fares.

🏆 Airline highlight

Nile Air offers direct flights

Nile Air offers direct flights from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh are frequent, appearing every 30 days.

Cairo main airports to depart from

Cairo International (CAI)

Cheapest

Cairo International is a convenient departure airport for flights from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh.

📍 ~18 km from Cairo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$109

Sharm El Sheikh main airports to arrive at

Sharm el-Sheikh International (SSH)

Cheapest

Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport is a convenient arrival point for your trip to Sharm El Sheikh.

📍 ~9 km from Sharm El Sheikh (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$109

Airports nearby Sharm El Sheikh used as alternative

Hurghada International (HRG)

Cheapest

Hurghada International is a primary alternative for leisure and charter flights in the Red Sea region.

📍 ~100 km from Sharm El Sheikh (requires a ferry crossing or a very long drive around the Gulf of Suez)

💸 Flights from ~$105

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Sharm El Sheikh

Egyptair

Business Class

From CAI

Elite

Nov 09

Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt

44% AI deal score

$295

$293

Save $2

Egyptair

Business Class

From CAI

Elite

Oct 29

Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt

43% AI deal score

$384

$382

Save $2

Nile Air

Business Class

From CAI

Elite

Oct 29

Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt

43% AI deal score

$392

$382

Save $10

Nile Air

Business Class

From CAI

Elite

Jan 29

Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt

43% AI deal score

$401

Egyptair

Business Class

From CAI

Elite

Jan 27

Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt

43% AI deal score

$401

Egyptair

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Sharm El Sheikh

Historically, the best prices for flights from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh are found when booking 7-13 days in advance. During this period, the average price is typically around $438. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally sees a higher average price of $656. For those planning further ahead, prices across the trailing 90 days averaged $490 for bookings made 60+ days out.

A good price for a flight from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh is considered to be around $255. This threshold is based on historical data from the trailing 90 days. The median price for this route has been $411, while prices can go up to $660 or more for the higher end of the market.

Historically, April has offered the cheapest flights from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh, with a median price of $191. Other months that typically see lower prices include December, with a median of $336, and February, with a median of $345. The annual median price for this route across the trailing 270 days is $411, indicating that April often provides significant savings.

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Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh: Overview

Insights for flights from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh

How much is a round trip from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh

Regular price: $181 - $249

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh.

now $115

Low $181

High $249

The cheapest time to fly from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh

April

Cheapest

Flights from $191

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $649

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh

Nesma Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

CAI - Sharm El Sheikh

Cairo (CAI) - Sharm El Sheikh (SSH)

Egyptair

$239

$196

One-way

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

CAI - Sharm El Sheikh

Cairo (CAI) - Sharm El Sheikh (SSH)

Egyptair

$238

$210

One-way

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

CAI - Sharm El Sheikh

Cairo (CAI) - Sharm El Sheikh (SSH)

Egyptair

$237

$210

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

CAI - Sharm El Sheikh

Cairo (CAI) - Sharm El Sheikh (SSH)

Egyptair

$237

$147

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

CAI - Sharm El Sheikh

Cairo (CAI) - Sharm El Sheikh (SSH)

Egyptair

$240

$154

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

CAI - Sharm El Sheikh

Cairo (CAI) - Sharm El Sheikh (SSH)

Egyptair

$237

$128

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh

4 nights

Nov 3 - Nov 7

$156 → $92

41%

1 night

Nov 6 - Nov 7

$160 → $103

35%

1 night

Nov 3 - Nov 4

$161 → $125

22%

8 nights

Nov 6 - Nov 14

$128 → $94

27%

Popular Airports to fly from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh