There are really cheap flights to Sharm el Sheikh departing from all over the UK thanks to low cost and holidays charter airlines. Thomson Airways for example departs from Edinburgh, Glasgow, Newcastle, Durham Tees Valley, Leeds, Belfast, Manchester, Doncaster Sheffield, East Midlands, Birmingham, Norwich, Bristol, Cardiff, London (Stansted, Gatwick, Luton), Exeter and Bournemouth. EasyJet departs from London (Luton, Gatwick) and Manchester.
Sharm el Sheikh Airport (SSH) is the largest airport in the whole Sinai area and sees mostly tourists pass through its gates, arriving on international flights. Charter flights are king here which means you can often find cheap last minute Sharm el Sheikh flights, even in summer. This only works however if your travel dates are flexible.
Sharm el Sheikh enjoys great weather for the better part of the year and while Egypt roasts in July and August, Sharm el Sheikh remains cool thanks to the sea breezes. Last minute hotel rooms at this time of the year and few and far between so it pays to book early. Avoid the heaps of other British tourists by booking tickets from London to Sharm el Sheikh between March and May as well as September and October. Demand for cheap flights to Sharm el Sheikh is high during UK holidays, especially during Christmas and half-term breaks. If you want to save, avoid travelling to Egypt during these times.
Direct flights to Sharm el Sheikh from London take 4h 25min. Flights with one quick stopover take 6h 30min.
Brits looking for a sunny holiday destination any time of the year are in the right place to find the cheapest flights to Sharm el Sheikh, a sunny port and resort town in the Sinai Peninsula of Egypt. Famous among divers, it's a budget-friendly escape that shouldn't be missed.
Sharm El Sheikh isn't so much about sights as it is about activities. Nonetheless the Sharm Old Town is a pretty place to visit. Sharm, as it's locally called, is a great place to take-off from to do day trips and other adventures. One of which is a trip to the desert, it's highly recommended. Take a trip to visit a Bedouin tribe, the Coloured Canyon and to Mount Sinai.
Beaches: Most hotels in Na'ama Bay will have their own access to teh beaches but if you're looking for something more secluded head to the Ras Mohamed National Park, located on the southern side of Sinai's tip. The beaches are clad in white dusty sand and are great for peaceful snorkelling in the reefs.
Camel-trekking: If you have time for an overnight trip, head to Coloured Canyon on camel-back. The Sinai region's rugged mountains and stunning sunsets, curious wildlife are just the beginning of the adventure waiting.
Shopping: Egypt is known for its gold and silver jewellery as well as its semi-precious stones. Shop in the small streets of Na'ama Bay or at the Old Market for a more authentic experience. Stock up on spices, pretty glass perfume bottle, leather satchels, sweets and traditional Bedouin textiles and embroidery.
Scuba diving: This area is also extremely popular for diving. It is the main activity for tourists here. Once you've seen the desert, take to the beach and explore the warm waters of the Red Sea. For shipwrecks, the SS Thistlegorm is a great ship to explore. In the summer it is also too crowded with tourist divers, so it's best explored early in the day or in the off-season.
Nightlife: For nightlife, Na'ama Bay is the best place to head. Most of the city's clubs, shops, coffee houses and bars are here.
Find more information on sharmelsheikh.com.
Hotels in Sharm el Sheikh, especially in Na'ama Bay cater to package tourists. This area isn't exactly suited for the budget traveller, especially during the summer months but you can find a decent room rate during the shoulder seasons. If you plan to spend most of your time by the sea, then consider one of these hotels since most have their own private beach access, a huge plus! Full board is also available. Other hotels in Sharm el Sheikh are located on the other side of the city, quite the taxi ride to the beach.
Before you book, make sure your room is air-conditioned. Don't assume they all are.




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Air Tanzania
Air Tanzania |
25-Jun-2012
05-Jul-2012 |
13:50 LGW
21:15 SSH |
» 20:05
SSH
» 01:45 LGW |
direct (4h15m)
direct (6h30m) |
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Air Tanzania
Air Tanzania |
27-Feb-2012
04-Mar-2012 |
09:10 MAN
23:00 SSH |
» 16:50
SSH
» 03:10 MAN |
direct (5h40m)
direct (6h10m) |
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Unknown Airline
Unknown Airline |
12-Mar-2012
19-Mar-2012 |
09:00 BHX
17:30 SSH |
» 16:30
SSH
» 21:25 BHX |
direct (5h30m)
direct (5h55m) |
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Unknown Airline
Unknown Airline |
12-Mar-2012
19-Mar-2012 |
07:00 GLA
15:50 SSH |
» 14:50
SSH
» 20:15 GLA |
direct (5h50m)
direct (6h25m) |
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Egyptair
Bmi British Midland |
22-May-2012
29-May-2012 |
12:50 EDI
13:30 SSH |
» 05:15
SSH
» 08:15 EDI |
1 stop (14h25m)
1 stop (20h45m) |
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Thomson Airways
Thomson Airways |
12-Jun-2012
19-Jun-2012 |
13:15 BRS
20:40 SSH |
» 19:40
SSH
» 01:25 BRS |
direct (4h25m)
direct (6h45m) |
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British Airways
British Airways |
10-Sep-2012
24-Sep-2012 |
13:40 NCL
00:05 SSH |
» 05:45
SSH
» 17:40 NCL |
2 stops (14h05m)
2 stops (19h35m) |
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Bmi British Midland
Bmi British Midland |
02-Jul-2012
09-Jul-2012 |
20:25 BHD
06:15 SSH |
» 18:30
SSH
» 17:20 BHD |
2 stops (20h05m)
2 stops (13h05m) |
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Thomson Airways
Thomson Airways |
16-Sep-2012
23-Sep-2012 |
13:55 EMA
21:15 SSH |
» 20:15
SSH
» 01:50 EMA |
direct (4h20m)
direct (6h35m) |
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Egyptair
Egyptair |
21-Mar-2012
28-Mar-2012 |
13:40 FCO
17:00 SSH |
» 20:05
SSH
» 13:00 FCO |
1 stop (5h25m)
1 stop (20h) |
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| London - Sharm El Sheikh Result found on 05/02/12 21:09 | |||||||
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Egyptair
Egyptair |
26-Feb-2012
04-Mar-2012 |
22:30 LHR
17:05 SSH |
» 05:40
SSH
» 21:00 LHR |
direct (5h10m)
direct (5h55m) |
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| Manchester - Sharm El Sheikh Result found on 01/02/12 22:26 | |||||||
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Unknown Airline
Unknown Airline |
06-Mar-2012
27-Mar-2012 |
09:25 MAN
16:45 SSH |
» 17:05
SSH
» 21:40 MAN |
direct (5h40m)
direct (5h55m) |
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| Manchester - Sharm El Sheikh Result found on 01/02/12 20:32 | |||||||
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Monarch Airlines
Monarch Airlines |
08-Nov-2012
18-Nov-2012 |
09:00 MAN
17:30 SSH |
» 16:30
SSH
» 21:35 MAN |
direct (5h30m)
direct (6h05m) |
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| London - Sharm El Sheikh Result found on 31/01/12 23:58 | |||||||
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Monarch Airlines
Monarch Airlines |
03-Nov-2012
15-Nov-2012 |
13:55 LGW
17:25 SSH |
» 18:05
SSH
» 21:10 LGW |
direct (2h10m)
direct (5h45m) |
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| Manchester - Sharm El Sheikh Result found on 21/01/12 00:28 | |||||||
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Unknown Airline
Unknown Airline |
23-Feb-2012
04-Mar-2012 |
09:30 MAN
23:00 SSH |
» 17:10
SSH
» 03:10 MAN |
direct (5h40m)
direct (6h10m) |
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| Manchester - Sharm El Sheikh Result found on 18/01/12 17:12 | |||||||
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Easyjet
Easyjet |
11-Oct-2012
23-Oct-2012 |
12:50 MAN
16:45 SSH |
» 19:35
SSH
» 21:40 MAN |
direct (5h45m)
direct (5h55m) |
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| Birmingham - Sharm El Sheikh Result found on 15/01/12 00:43 | |||||||
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Thomson Airways
Thomson Airways |
09-Feb-2012
12-Feb-2012 |
11:05 BHX
21:25 SSH |
» 18:25
SSH
» 01:25 BHX |
direct (5h20m)
direct (6h) |
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| London - Sharm El Sheikh Result found on 14/01/12 23:18 | |||||||
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Air Tanzania
Air Tanzania |
26-Feb-2012
11-Mar-2012 |
12:45 LGW
21:05 SSH |
» 20:05
SSH
» 01:00 LGW |
direct (5h20m)
direct (5h55m) |
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| Manchester - Sharm El Sheikh Result found on 11/01/12 22:19 | |||||||
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Air Tanzania
Air Tanzania |
29-Apr-2012
10-May-2012 |
09:10 MAN
18:35 SSH |
» 15:45
SSH
» 23:30 MAN |
direct (4h35m)
direct (6h55m) |
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| Manchester - Sharm El Sheikh Result found on 11/01/12 21:24 | |||||||
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Swiss
Swiss |
16-Mar-2012
30-Mar-2012 |
18:50 MAN
11:30 SSH |
» 20:05
SSH
» 08:00 MAN |
2 stops (23h15m)
2 stops (21h30m) |
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| Manchester - Sharm El Sheikh Result found on 10/01/12 20:40 | |||||||
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Bmi British Midland
Egyptair |
04-Mar-2012
11-Mar-2012 |
12:45 MAN
17:05 SSH |
» 05:40
SSH
» 08:40 MAN |
2 stops (14h55m)
1 stop (17h35m) |
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| London - Sharm El Sheikh Result found on 09/01/12 20:07 | |||||||
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Thomson Airways
Thomson Airways |
21-Nov-2012
28-Nov-2012 |
09:50 LGW
18:05 SSH |
» 17:05
SSH
» 21:50 LGW |
direct (5h15m)
direct (5h45m) |
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| Manchester - Sharm El Sheikh Result found on 08/01/12 21:20 | |||||||
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Egyptair
Egyptair |
18-Mar-2012
26-Mar-2012 |
08:10 MAN
16:10 SSH |
» 05:40
SSH
» 09:00 MAN |
1 stop (19h30m)
1 stop (17h50m) |
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| London - Sharm El Sheikh Result found on 08/01/12 18:32 | |||||||
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Easyjet
Easyjet |
15-Oct-2012
24-Oct-2012 |
10:40 LGW
17:50 SSH |
» 17:05
SSH
» 22:35 LGW |
direct (5h25m)
direct (5h45m) |
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| Edinburgh - Sharm El Sheikh Result found on 08/01/12 18:12 | |||||||
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Multiple Airlines
Multiple Airlines |
06-Jul-2012
16-Jul-2012 |
18:50 EDI
16:10 SSH |
» 06:45
SSH
» 08:15 EDI |
2 stops (9h55m)
1 stop (18h05m) |
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