Travelling from Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport (SSH) to Bangkok: what you need to know
Bangkok is five hours ahead of Sharm El Sheikh, where Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport is located. Bangkok follows the UTC+7 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to get on your SSH to Bangkok flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time like March? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from SSH to Bangkok with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH)
Travelling from central Sharm El Sheikh to SSH takes about 30 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 3 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a hotel close to SSH? If you've booked an early flight from Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport to Bangkok, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Of all flights leaving Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport, 72% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport (SSH) to Bangkok
₹ 38,280 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport to Bangkok flight. A return plane ticket right now is ₹ 66,741. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from SSH to Bangkok. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Landing cheap tickets from Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport to Bangkok is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to get the lowest fares throughout the month and bag an incredible deal.
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Airports in Bangkok
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) is around 31 kilometres from central Bangkok. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 35 minutes.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport to Bangkok. Book one of these accommodation options near BKK instead:
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from SSH to Bangkok.
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Bangkok. Once you've hopped off your flight from Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport to Bangkok, it'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 5 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near DMK. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your SSH to Bangkok flight:
Get the pick of the lot. Reserving your ride from DMK three weeks in advance often means more savings and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bangkok
February is the busiest month for flights from Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport to Bangkok. To escape the crowds, visit Bangkok in May.
The warmest month in Bangkok is April, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 37ºC. Lock in your Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport to Bangkok plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 19ºC and 34ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from SSH to Bangkok around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Bangkok
Once you've booked your flight from Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport to Bangkok, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bangkok:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Wat Phra Kaew, Grand Palace and Songkran Festival Silom are essential stops on your Bangkok itinerary.
Explore more of Thailand
You've seen Bangkok, now it's time to discover other parts of Thailand. Travel about 467 kilometres northeast to Udon Thani to tick off its leading attractions. From Thai-Chinese Cultural Centre to Wat Pho Chai and Wat Burapa Wanaram, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 225 kilometres northeast of Bangkok, Nakhon Ratchasima is another favourite stop in Thailand. No visit is complete without checking out Night Safari Korat, Wat Chai Mongkol and Wat Na Pha That.