Direct (nonstop) flights from Sharm el Sheikh to Alexandria

1 airline flys nonstop from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to Borg El Arab Intl (HBE). It's 348 miles (560 km), about 2h in the air. Operated by Air Cairo.

SSH
Sharm El Sheikh Airport
🇪🇬 Sharm el Sheikh, Egypt
HBE
Borg El Arab Intl
🇪🇬 Alexandria, Egypt
Flight Time
2h
Distance
348 mi
560 km
CO₂/pax
64 kg
−39 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Air Cairo
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air Cairo Air Cairo

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air Cairo SM Air Cairo
Route
SSH → HBE
Flight Time
2h
Distance
348 mi

Alternative Routes

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

SSH HRG (Hurghada) HBE
Leg 1: 50m (65 mi) Leg 2: 2h (358 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 103 kg CO₂ (+61% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SSH → HRG
50m · 65 mi
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Leg 2
HRG → HBE
2h · 358 mi
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SSH AMM (Amman) HBE
Leg 1: 1h 10m (275 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (376 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 146 kg CO₂ (+128% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SSH → AMM
1h 10m · 275 mi
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Leg 2
AMM → HBE
1h 45m · 376 mi
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SSH MED (Madinah) HBE
Leg 1: 1h 30m (406 mi) Leg 2: 2h (754 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 239 kg CO₂ (+273% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SSH → MED
1h 30m · 406 mi
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Leg 2
MED → HBE
2h · 754 mi
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SSH JED (Jeddah) HBE
Leg 1: 1h 50m (527 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (866 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 283 kg CO₂ (+342% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SSH → JED
1h 50m · 527 mi
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Leg 2
JED → HBE
2h 20m · 866 mi
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SSH ATH (Athens) HBE
Leg 1: 2h 30m (914 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (583 mi) Total: ~4h 15m 🍃 302 kg CO₂ (+372% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SSH → ATH
2h 30m · 914 mi
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Leg 2
ATH → HBE
1h 45m · 583 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Sharm el Sheikh (SSH) to Alexandria (HBE) takes approximately 2 hours. The distance is 348 miles (560 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Sharm el Sheikh to Alexandria?

Just Air Cairo.

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

Yes. 1 airline: Air Cairo.

How far is Sharm el Sheikh from Alexandria?

The flight distance from Sharm el Sheikh to Alexandria 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 Sharm el Sheikh to Alexandria?

At 2h, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

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

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

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 Sharm El Sheikh Airport for this flight?

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