Flight tickets from Manchester to Sharm El Sheikh

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Airport information from Manchester to Sharm el Sheikh

Departure

Manchester International Airport (MAN)

Olympic House, 6th Floor

Manchester M90 1QX United Kingdom

Arrival

Sharm el Sheikh Airport (SSH)

El Salam, Egypt

Getting to Manchester InternationalAirport

• Manchester Airport is located on the M56 motorway at Junction 5, 14 km southwest of the City Centre. The M56 provides direct links to the M6 and the M60, ensuring ease of accessibility by car. Coach and train services are being operated daily to 'The Station,’ the integrated transport hub that links with major UK cities. Trains to the airport leave every 10 minutes from the City Centre, with an average journey time of 20 minutes. Metrolink, Greater Manchester’s tram system, has its stop right inside the airport adjacent to the rail platform. Private hire and “black cab” taxis are also available to transport the travelers to the airport. .

Travelling from Sharm el Sheikh Airport

• Sharm el Sheikh Airport is located 18 km northeast of the city of Sharm el Sheikh and is the third busiest airport in Egypt. Taxis are available round the clock at Terminal 1. Minibuses with ‘stops on demand’ ply from the same terminal. The city center is a 15-min drive from the airport. It’s advisable to fix prices before hiring your transport.

• Visitors can also take private cars to get from the airport to the city. For car rentals, check here.

Facilities at Manchester and Sharm el Sheikh airports

• Manchester Airport has three terminals with a wide range of retail and food choices. The airport lounges are open to all passengers. Play areas are designated for children of different age groups and art desks are scattered all over the airport. Get free Wi-Fi for an hour, or premium Wi-Fi for a fee. The Runway Visitor Park has been a popular site for film shoots and keeps aviation enthusiasts enthralled.

• Sharm el Sheikh Airport has two terminals. National and European cuisine are served at its cafes and restaurants. Look for local goods, souvenirs, tobacco and alcohol and duty-free shops. Stay connected on Wi-Fi and make international calls at the payphones in the airport.

Tips on how to make the best out of your flight journey from Manchester to Sharm el Sheikh

There are no direct flights between Manchester and Sharm el Sheikh. It can take over 25 hours to reach Sharm el Sheikh via connector flights. Entertainment on board the aircraft as well as the meals and beverages will keep travellers occupied. In-flight magazines can help travelers equip themselves with the dos and don’ts of the place. Check out some tips to beat boredom in such long flights .

Time Difference between Manchester and Sharm el Sheikh

Sharm el Sheikh is 1h ahead of Manchester, UK.

Weather in Sharm el Sheikh

Sharm el Sheikh has a hot and dry desert climate with two seasons. Winter lasts from November to February and the summer is from March to October. In summer, average temperatures range from a mild 21 to a scorching dry 33 degrees Celsius. Winters are milder with an average low of 18 and a high of 23 degrees Celsius. The best time to visit is between March and October.

Exchange rate between Great Britain Pound (GBP) and Egyptian Pound (EGP).

1 GBP equals 12.87 EGP as of 1st June, 2016. Check here for the latest exchange rate.

Cost of living in Sharm el Sheikh

A single bus ticket cost 1.50 EGP (INR11.36), while taxi fares begin at 10.01 EGP (INR 75.71). On an average, meals cost around 25.02 EGP (INR189.29) for 2 people at an inexpensive cafe or restaurant. And a meal at McDonalds costs 40.03 EGP (INR 302.86).

Mode of payment accepted in Sharm el Sheikh

Money in small denominations come in handy as they can be hard to obtain. It is advisable to pay in local currency though bigger establishments accept Dollars and Pounds.

Avoid travellers’ cheques, as they can be impossible to exchange. Try not to flash hard currency around; MasterCard, VISA, Maestro, Cirrus, Amex, Diners Club International and other cards are accepted.

Best places for your first meal in Sharm el Sheikh

A former fishing village, Sharm el Sheikh holds true to its legacy and offers beautiful waterside views alongside local and international cuisine. Mezze platter that combine the best Egyptian and Moroccan ingredients are a good first bet. Na’ama Bay combines souvenir shops and nightspots with British-style pubs and Bedouin-style cafes. The market area in old Sharm has great seafood at lower prices.

Note: Information and data provided on this page are correct as of June 1st, 2016.