Travelling from London City Airport (LCY) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
Sharm El Sheikh's timezone is UTC+2, making Sharm El Sheikh two hours ahead of London.
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 LCY to SSH flight.
Flying during a peak time such as February? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London City Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between LCY and SSH:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London City Airport (LCY) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London City Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight is $199. A round-trip ticket is currently $462. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from LCY to SSH, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from London City Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Save time searching for cheap flights from LCY to SSH by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from London City Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport.
Handy information about London City Airport (LCY)
When it comes to the on-time performance of London City Airport, 74.57% of flights complete their journey on time.
To reach London City Airport from central London, it takes around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from London City Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near LCY:
Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late London City Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SSH instead:
Grab a Sharm El Sheikh Airport rental car and discover Sharm El Sheikh and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Budget and Sixt are leading providers you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Sharm El Sheikh Airport around two weeks ahead.
Getting from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm El Sheikh Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from central Sharm El Sheikh. Driving there takes about 5 minutes.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
When to fly to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
August is the busiest month for flights from London City Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Sharm El Sheikh in February.
When booking your flight from London City Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Sharm El Sheikh, with temperatures ranging from 27ºC (81ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LCY to SSH around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo is just one of the many places in Egypt waiting to be discovered after you've seen Sharm El Sheikh. Around 386 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include giza pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Egypt, head for Giza, about 386 kilometres north-west of Sharm El Sheikh. Giza Plateau, Star Card and street Nadi Alsaeed are highlights.
