Flying from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to Istanbul Airport (IST): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Istanbul Airport is 2 hours 55 minutes.
Istanbul is one hour ahead of Sharm El Sheikh and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Every week, there are 14 Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Istanbul Airport flights. If you prefer to take off as soon as possible, pick the 04:45 Turkish Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 13:00 with Turkish Airlines.
Your SSH to IST flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Turkish Airlines is your gateway to exploring Istanbul (and maybe even some other great parts of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Check out the direct flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Istanbul Airport offered by this airline.
Most travellers choose to fly with Turkish Airlines on this route.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Istanbul Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between SSH and IST include:
Cairo Airport
Antalya Airport
Amman Queen Alia Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to Istanbul Airport (IST)
$140 is the best price for a one-way Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Istanbul Airport flight. Return flights start from $275. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To get cheap tickets from SSH to IST, book your journey eight months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Istanbul Airport is January. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Snapping up cheap flights from SSH to IST couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new deal comes up.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Istanbul Airport.
Handy information about Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
Of all flights leaving Sharm El Sheikh Airport, 72% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Sharm El Sheikh to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Expect a journey time of about 30 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Istanbul Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to SSH:
Arriving at Istanbul Airport (IST)
If you're landing on a late Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Istanbul Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near IST:
Follow your own route with a Istanbul Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and experience more of Istanbul and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Airport around two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Airport is roughly 40 kilometres from central Istanbul. The drive time takes around 45 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Airport (IST)
August is the busiest month for flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Istanbul Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Istanbul in March.
Before locking in your flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to Istanbul Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Istanbul, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SSH to IST in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've visited Istanbul, now it's time to discover more of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel around 354 kilometres east to Ankara to tick off its top sights. From The Roman Theatre to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Izmir is another favourite destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No trip is complete without seeing Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.
