Travelling from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
The timezone in Sharm El Sheikh is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of Southampton.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SOU to SSH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
If you want to visit a new city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Southampton Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is a popular stop between SOU and SSH.
How to find the cheapest flights from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
$450 is the lowest price for a one-way Southampton Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight. Return flights start from $1,411. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from SOU to SSH, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for your flight from Southampton Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from SOU to SSH by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Southampton Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport.
Handy information about Southampton Airport (SOU)
Of all flights departing from Southampton Airport, 55.7% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Southampton Airport from central Southampton, it takes about 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 25 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Southampton Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to SOU:
Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
If you're arriving on a late Southampton Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these accommodation options near SSH:
Hit the road running by picking up a Sharm El Sheikh Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Budget or Sixt and experience the lesser-explored corners of Sharm El Sheikh and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Sharm El Sheikh Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm El Sheikh Airport to central Sharm El Sheikh has a drive time of around 5 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
It takes around 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Southampton Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Sharm El Sheikh. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Southampton Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Sharm El Sheikh, with the temperature ranging from 27ºC (81ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SOU to SSH in January. Average temperatures are between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of Egypt
Sharm El Sheikh is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Egypt waiting to be discovered. Around 386 kilometres north-west of Sharm El Sheikh, a visit to Cairo will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like giza pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili.
Giza is another well-known destination in Egypt and is around 386 kilometres north-west of Sharm El Sheikh. No journey is complete without dropping by Giza Plateau, Star Card and street Nadi Alsaeed.
