Flying from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Bristol Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is 5 hours 25 minutes.
Sharm El Sheikh's timezone is UTC+2, making Sharm El Sheikh two hours ahead of Bristol.
Take your pick of four weekly Bristol Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flights. The 10:40 departure with TUI is the earliest flight you can take. TUI operates the last service of the day at 15:25.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your BRS to SSH flight.
During popular months such as September, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're traveling during a high season in general.
Jetting into Sharm El Sheikh (and then exploring more of Egypt!) is a breeze with easyJet. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Bristol Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is easyJet.
TUI is the most punctual carrier offering BRS to SSH flights. An exceptional 91.67% of its services on this route arrive on time.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Bristol Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between BRS and SSH include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Antalya Airport
Geneva Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Bristol Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight is AED 328. A round-trip ticket right now is AED 819. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book seven months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BRS to SSH.
Organize your trip for December. That's the cheapest month for flights from Bristol Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from BRS to SSH.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Bristol Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Bristol Airport (BRS)
80% of flights leaving Bristol Airport arrive at their destination as planned. Given its strong on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when flying out of BRS.
Bristol Airport is around 13 kilometers from central Bristol. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Bristol Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to BRS:
Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Bristol Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SSH instead:
Grab a Sharm El Sheikh Airport rental car and discover Sharm El Sheikh and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Budget and Sixt are leading providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Sharm El Sheikh Airport about two weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
When to fly to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The quietest month for a flight from Bristol Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is March, while April is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Sharm El Sheikh based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Sharm El Sheikh is August, with temperatures ranging between 27ºC (81ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Lock in your flights from Bristol Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from BRS to SSH in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of Egypt
Sharm El Sheikh has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Egypt you'll want to see. Around 386 kilometers north-west of Sharm El Sheikh, a trip to Cairo will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Gizeh Plateau, TUTANKHAMUN'S TREASURE and River Nile.
Giza is another essential stop in Egypt and is around 386 kilometers north-west of Sharm El Sheikh. No journey is complete without dropping by Great Sphinx of Giza, Great Pyramid of Giza and Khufu Pyramid.