Direct (nonstop) flights from Giza to Sharm el Sheikh

1 airline flys nonstop from Sphinx International Airport (SPX) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH). It's 257 miles (413 km), about 1h 25m in the air. Operated by Air Cairo.

SPX
Sphinx International Airport
🇪🇬 Giza, Egypt
SSH
Sharm El Sheikh Airport
🇪🇬 Sharm el Sheikh, Egypt
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
257 mi
413 km
CO₂/pax
47 kg
−39 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Air Cairo
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air Cairo Air Cairo

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air Cairo SM Air Cairo
Route
SPX → SSH
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
257 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Giza to Sharm el Sheikh with one stop · direct emits 47 kg CO₂ per passenger

SPX HRG (Hurghada) SSH
Leg 1: 1h 25m (267 mi) Leg 2: 50m (65 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 86 kg CO₂ (+83% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SPX → HRG
1h 25m · 267 mi
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Leg 2
HRG → SSH
50m · 65 mi
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SPX JED (Jeddah) SSH
Leg 1: 2h 15m (775 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (527 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 266 kg CO₂ (+466% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SPX → JED
2h 15m · 775 mi
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Leg 2
JED → SSH
1h 35m · 527 mi
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SPX ADB (Izmir) SSH
Leg 1: 1h 50m (603 mi) Leg 2: 2h 25m (825 mi) Total: ~4h 15m 🍃 290 kg CO₂ (+517% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SPX → ADB
1h 50m · 603 mi
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Leg 2
ADB → SSH
2h 25m · 825 mi
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SPX SAW (Istanbul) SSH
Leg 1: 2h 10m (749 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (936 mi) Total: ~4h 45m 🍃 322 kg CO₂ (+585% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SPX → SAW
2h 10m · 749 mi
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Leg 2
SAW → SSH
2h 35m · 936 mi
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SPX RUH (Riyadh) SSH
Leg 1: 2h 40m (1,031 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (790 mi) Total: ~4h 55m 🍃 345 kg CO₂ (+634% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SPX → RUH
2h 40m · 1,031 mi
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Leg 2
RUH → SSH
2h 15m · 790 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Giza (SPX) to Sharm el Sheikh (SSH) takes approximately 1 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 257 miles (413 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Giza to Sharm el Sheikh?

Just Air Cairo.

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

Yes. 1 airline: Air Cairo.

How far is Giza from Sharm el Sheikh?

The flight distance from Giza to Sharm el Sheikh is 257 miles (413 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Paris.

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

At 1h 25m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 47 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 235 km.

Is the return flight from Sharm el Sheikh to Giza 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 Giza to Sharm el Sheikh?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Sphinx International Airport for this flight?

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