Egypt · Sharm el-Sheikh
Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport (SSH) Online Check-in
Egypt's southern Sinai resort airport on the Red Sea coast. Two terminals handle European charter, Russian/CIS scheduled, and EgyptAir domestic. Major rebound in 2024–2026 after UK suspension was lifted.
Now at Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport
- Security wait (today, avg) 18 min
- Disruption No reported disruption
- Weather impact Clear, 14 °C
Quick information
Airlines we cover at Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport
Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport hosts about 45 airlines in total. We have terminal-specific check-in pages for the 1 listed below. Pick yours to see counters, bag-drop, and online check-in details.
How to check in for a flight from Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport
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Check in online before you leave home
Most airlines open online check-in 24–48 hours before departure. It saves time at the airport and avoids airport-counter fees on low-cost carriers.
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Arrive at the right terminal
SSH has 2 terminal(s). Check your airline's terminal in the table above before you set off.
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Drop off checked baggage
Counters typically open 2 hours before departure and close 40 minutes before. Use self-service bag-drop kiosks to save time.
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Pass security
Liquids must be in a single transparent bag, max 100 ml each. Laptops and large electronics out of bags. Submit your security wait time below to help others.
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Reach your gate on time
Most airlines close the gate 20 minutes before departure. Allow 5–15 minutes to walk from security to the gate.
Tips for Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport
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Sinai-only visa is free
If staying in southern Sinai (Sharm, Dahab, Nuweiba) and not visiting Cairo/Luxor, you get free 14-day Sinai-Only visa stamp at SSH. For broader Egypt travel, get e-Visa ($25).
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UK flights resumed 2024
After multi-year UK ban, easyJet, Wizz Air, Jet2, and TUI now operate UK–SSH routes again. London Gatwick, Manchester, Birmingham have multiple weekly flights.
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Long check-in queues for Russian flights
Russian charter flights to/from SSH have long manual check-in (no online check-in for some operators). Arrive 3.5h before for Aeroflot/Pobeda.
Popular destinations from Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport
Frequently asked questions
Do UK passport holders need a visa for Sharm el-Sheikh?
For Sinai-only stays (Sharm, Dahab, Nuweiba) up to 14 days, no visa fee — you get a free Sinai-Only stamp at SSH. For visiting Cairo or Luxor, you need an Egypt e-Visa ($25).
Is Sharm el-Sheikh safe for tourism in 2026?
Yes — UK FCDO travel advice removed restrictions on south Sinai resorts in 2024. Most major European tour operators have resumed full operations.
How early should I arrive at Sharm el-Sheikh Airport?
3 hours for European/UK departure flights — entry screening, check-in, and security all add up. 3.5 hours for Russian charter.
Official sources
The check-in details on this page are sourced from each airline's website. For terminal layout, opening hours, and ground-side services, see the Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport official site below.
- Wikipedia: Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport — Editorial overview, history, statistics.
- FlightRadar24: SSH live data — Live flight arrivals, departures, and delays.
- gov.uk travel advice — Up-to-date entry requirements and security guidance for Egypt.