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

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 41.9% of flights from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was 1. This indicates that while direct options are available, a notable portion of routes involve at least one stop. These figures provide a historical overview of flight options on this route.

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

The typical direct flight from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh has a median duration of 1 hour and 5 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time is significantly longer, averaging 13 hours and 35 minutes. The air distance between these two cities is approximately 376 kilometers. 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 are observed with frequent regularity. This route is classified as offering frequent opportunities for favorable fares. This trend has been consistent across the trailing 30 days, suggesting that travelers often find competitive pricing for this destination. The route consistently presents opportunities for good value.

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2027-02-11 – 2027-02-17
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Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh: Overview

Insights for flights from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh, the data indicates that March is typically the cheapest month to fly, with a median fare of $72. Following closely, April also offers competitive prices with a median of $80, and September presents another affordable option at a median of $119. Planning your trip around these months can lead to more economical travel.

Fares for this route typically range from $242 to $637, with a median price of $356. Right now, current fares are above the typical level. Only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that finding a low fare may require some flexibility. New deals for this route appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

When flying from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh, a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, while the rest connect once. Specifically, 41.9% of recent fares were for direct flights, and for connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This mix provides options for both direct travel and itineraries with a single connection.

A typical journey from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh takes approximately 6h 55m, including connections. This duration reflects the overall travel time, accounting for both direct flights and those with one or more stopovers. The total distance covered on this route is 376 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight.

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

Regular price: $81 - $207

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

The regular price range for flights from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh is between $81 and $207. The current lowest deal is $106 with Nile Air for travel from Feb 11-Feb 17.

now $106

Low $81

High $207

The cheapest time to fly from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh

The cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh is March, with a median price of $72. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of $383. Prices are generally lower from February to September.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $72

May

Most Expensive

Flights from $383

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Direct flights from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh

Egyptair

Last-minute flights going from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CAI - Sharm El Sheikh

Cairo (CAI) - Sharm El Sheikh (SSH)

Egyptair

$171

$148

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CAI - Sharm El Sheikh

Cairo (CAI) - Sharm El Sheikh (SSH)

Egyptair

$173

$148

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CAI - Sharm El Sheikh

Cairo (CAI) - Sharm El Sheikh (SSH)

Egyptair

$173

$155

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

CAI - Sharm El Sheikh

Cairo (CAI) - Sharm El Sheikh (SSH)

Egyptair

$172

$143

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

CAI - Sharm El Sheikh

Cairo (CAI) - Sharm El Sheikh (SSH)

Egyptair

$170

$144

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

CAI - Sharm El Sheikh

Cairo (CAI) - Sharm El Sheikh (SSH)

Egyptair

$172

$157

One-way

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

3 nights

Oct 25 - Oct 28

$179 → $109

39%

4 nights

Oct 25 - Oct 29

$179 → $112

37%

2 nights

Oct 25 - Oct 27

$179 → $127

29%

2 nights

Oct 28 - Oct 30

$179 → $131

27%

Popular Airports to fly from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh

Cairo - Sharm El Sheikh route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh are above the typical level historically.

📅 Best time to fly

March, April, and September are cheapest

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh are March, April, and September.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 6h 55m

The median flight time from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh is 6 hours and 55 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

41.9% of flights are direct

Historically, 41.9% of flights on this route are direct, with connecting flights typically having 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Egyptair offers direct flights

Egyptair is one airline that offers direct flights from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent

Deals for flights from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh are frequent, appearing often in a 30-day window.

Cairo main airports to depart from

Cairo International (CAI)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~18 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$139

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 ~$140

Airports nearby Sharm El Sheikh used as alternative

Hurghada International (HRG)

Cheapest

Hurghada International can be a useful 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).

💸 Flights from ~$122

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Sharm El Sheikh

$293

Save $11

Egyptair

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Sharm El Sheikh

Historically, the most economical time to book flights from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh is typically 28-59 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $324. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally sees prices rise to an average of $463, while booking 7-13 days out averages $547. Even booking more than 60 days in advance tends to result in higher average prices, around $468.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh is considered to be around $242 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $356. Prices can go higher, with 75% of observed fares being $637 or less. These figures are based on data collected over a 90-day window.

Historically, March and April have offered some of the most affordable flights from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh, with median prices of $72 and $80 respectively. September also shows a relatively low median price of $119. The annual median price for this route is $356, indicating significant savings are possible during these cheaper months. These insights are based on data from the trailing 270 days.

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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: $81 - $207

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

The regular price range for flights from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh is between $81 and $207. The current lowest deal is $106 with Nile Air for travel from Feb 11-Feb 17.

now $106

Low $81

High $207

The cheapest time to fly from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh

March

Cheapest

Flights from $72

May

Most Expensive

Flights from $383

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Direct flights from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh

Egyptair

Last-minute flights going from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CAI - Sharm El Sheikh

Cairo (CAI) - Sharm El Sheikh (SSH)

Egyptair

$171

$148

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CAI - Sharm El Sheikh

Cairo (CAI) - Sharm El Sheikh (SSH)

Egyptair

$173

$148

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CAI - Sharm El Sheikh

Cairo (CAI) - Sharm El Sheikh (SSH)

Egyptair

$173

$155

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

CAI - Sharm El Sheikh

Cairo (CAI) - Sharm El Sheikh (SSH)

Egyptair

$172

$143

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

CAI - Sharm El Sheikh

Cairo (CAI) - Sharm El Sheikh (SSH)

Egyptair

$170

$144

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

CAI - Sharm El Sheikh

Cairo (CAI) - Sharm El Sheikh (SSH)

Egyptair

$172

$157

One-way

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

3 nights

Oct 25 - Oct 28

$179 → $109

39%

4 nights

Oct 25 - Oct 29

$179 → $112

37%

2 nights

Oct 25 - Oct 27

$179 → $127

29%

2 nights

Oct 28 - Oct 30

$179 → $131

27%

Popular Airports to fly from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh