Flying from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
Sharm El Sheikh is seven hours ahead of Washington DC and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Your IAD to SSH flight won't wait if you're running 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 flying internationally.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Washington Dulles Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Here are the top stopovers between IAD and SSH:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Geneva Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Washington Dulles Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight is ج.م. 18,106. A round-trip fare is currently ج.م. 41,044. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from IAD to SSH if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from IAD to SSH by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport.
Handy information about Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Of the flights that depart from Washington Dulles Airport, 77% arrive on time at their destination.
Washington Dulles Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near IAD. Whether you've booked an early flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SSH if you're taking a late Washington Dulles Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Sharm El Sheikh Airport rental car and explore Sharm El Sheikh and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Budget and Sixt are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Sharm El Sheikh Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm El Sheikh Airport to the centre of Sharm El Sheikh has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
April is the busiest month for flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Sharm El Sheikh in March.
The warmest month in Sharm El Sheikh is August, with temperatures ranging between 27ºC and 38ºC. Lock in your flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IAD to SSH in January. Temperatures average between 11ºC and 22ºC then.
Explore more of Egypt
Sharm El Sheikh has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Egypt just waiting to be discovered. Around 386 kilometres north-west of Sharm El Sheikh, a visit to Cairo will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Gizeh Plateau, TUTANKHAMUN'S TREASURE and River Nile.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Egypt, consider Giza, about 386 kilometres north-west of Sharm El Sheikh. Great Sphinx of Giza, Great Pyramid of Giza and Khufu Pyramid are the start of reasons to visit.
