Traveling from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
Sharm El Sheikh is six 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 traveling internationally.
During popular months such as April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Washington Dulles International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between IAD and SSH include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Geneve Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight is AED 1,262. A round-trip plane ticket is currently AED 2,195. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from IAD to SSH. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from IAD to SSH.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport.
Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Washington Dulles International Airport, 74.39% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Washington Dulles International Airport is about 56 kilometers from central Washington DC. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport will take about 3 hours 25 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to IAD? If you're boarding an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Washington Dulles International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SSH instead:
Follow your own route with a Sharm El Sheikh Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Avis, Budget or Sixt and see more of Sharm El Sheikh and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Sharm El Sheikh Airport about two weeks in advance.
Getting from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm El Sheikh Airport to central Sharm El Sheikh has a drive time of about 5 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometers away.
It takes roughly 50 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
The quietest month for a flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Sharm El Sheikh based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport for August if you'd like to go to Sharm El Sheikh during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 27ºC (81ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from IAD to SSH in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of Egypt
You've seen Sharm El Sheikh, now it's time to discover other parts of Egypt. Journey about 386 kilometers north-west to Cairo to tick off its leading attractions. From giza pyramids to Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Egypt, consider Giza, roughly 386 kilometers north-west of Sharm El Sheikh. Giza Plateau, Star Card and street Nadi Alsaeed are highlights.
