Traveling from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
Helsinki and Sharm El Sheikh are in the UTC+2 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
To ensure you get on your HEL to SSH flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between HEL and SSH:
Milano Malpensa Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Antalya Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight is AED 390. A return fare right now is AED 795. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from HEL to SSH if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from HEL to SSH.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport.
Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Of all flights leaving Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, 60.23% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport from central Helsinki, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're traveling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near HEL? If you've booked an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
If you're getting in on a late Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near SSH:
Pick up a Sharm El Sheikh Airport rental car and explore Sharm El Sheikh and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Budget and Sixt are well-known companies you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Sharm El Sheikh Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm El Sheikh Airport is approximately 5 kilometers from central Sharm El Sheikh. Driving there takes about 5 minutes.
Traveling to the center on public transport takes around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
August is the most popular month for flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Sharm El Sheikh in February.
Before locking in your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Sharm El Sheikh, with the temperature ranging from 27ºC (81ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from HEL to SSH around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Egypt
Sharm El Sheikh has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Egypt you'll want to see. Around 386 kilometers north-west of Sharm El Sheikh, a visit to Cairo will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like giza pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili.
Around 386 kilometers north-west of Sharm El Sheikh, Giza is another essential stop in Egypt. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Giza Plateau, Star Card and street Nadi Alsaeed.
