Direct (nonstop) flights from Alexandria to Sharm el Sheikh

1 airline flys nonstop from Borg El Arab Intl (HBE) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH). It's 348 miles (560 km), about 1h 55m in the air. Operated by Air Cairo.

HBE
Borg El Arab Intl
🇪🇬 Alexandria, Egypt
SSH
Sharm El Sheikh Airport
🇪🇬 Sharm el Sheikh, Egypt
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
348 mi
560 km
CO₂/pax
64 kg
−82 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Air Cairo
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air Cairo Air Cairo

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air Cairo SM Air Cairo
Route
HBE → SSH
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
348 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Alexandria to Sharm el Sheikh with one stop · direct emits 64 kg CO₂ per passenger

HBE AMM (Amman) SSH
Leg 1: 1h 45m (376 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (275 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 146 kg CO₂ (+128% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HBE → AMM
1h 45m · 376 mi
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Leg 2
AMM → SSH
1h 10m · 275 mi
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HBE HRG (Hurghada) SSH
Leg 1: 2h 10m (358 mi) Leg 2: 50m (65 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 103 kg CO₂ (+61% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HBE → HRG
2h 10m · 358 mi
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Leg 2
HRG → SSH
50m · 65 mi
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HBE JED (Jeddah) SSH
Leg 1: 2h 30m (866 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (527 mi) Total: ~4h 5m 🍃 283 kg CO₂ (+342% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HBE → JED
2h 30m · 866 mi
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Leg 2
JED → SSH
1h 35m · 527 mi
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HBE ATH (Athens) SSH
Leg 1: 1h 55m (583 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (914 mi) Total: ~4h 15m 🍃 302 kg CO₂ (+372% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HBE → ATH
1h 55m · 583 mi
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Leg 2
ATH → SSH
2h 20m · 914 mi
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HBE SAW (Istanbul) SSH
Leg 1: 2h (688 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (936 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 310 kg CO₂ (+384% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HBE → SAW
2h · 688 mi
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Leg 2
SAW → SSH
2h 35m · 936 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Alexandria to Sharm el Sheikh?

A nonstop flight from Alexandria (HBE) to Sharm el Sheikh (SSH) takes approximately 1 hours and 55 minutes. The distance is 348 miles (560 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Alexandria to Sharm el Sheikh?

Just Air Cairo.

Is there a nonstop flight from Alexandria to Sharm el Sheikh?

Yes. 1 airline: Air Cairo.

How far is Alexandria from Sharm el Sheikh?

The flight distance from Alexandria to Sharm el Sheikh is 348 miles (560 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Alexandria to Sharm el Sheikh?

At 1h 55m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Alexandria to Sharm el Sheikh?

Roughly 64 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 320 km.

Is the return flight from Sharm el Sheikh to Alexandria also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Alexandria to Sharm el Sheikh?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Borg El Arab Intl for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.