Flying from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
Around 4 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport.
The timezone in Sharm El Sheikh is UTC+2, which is two hours behind Baku.
Your GYD to SSH flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
AZAL Azerbaijan Airlines is your gateway to exploring Sharm El Sheikh (and maybe even some other great corners of Egypt!). Check out the direct flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport offered by this airline.
Most passengers choose to fly with AZAL Azerbaijan Airlines on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between GYD and SSH:
King Khaled International Airport
Kuwait International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
ر.ق. 321 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight. Return flights start at ر.ق. 612. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
To get cheap tickets from GYD to SSH, book your journey six months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
Heydar Aliyev International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from GYD make it to their destination as scheduled 83.46% of the time.
To get to Heydar Aliyev International Airport from central Baku, it takes around 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near GYD? If you've booked an early flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
If you're arriving on a late Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near SSH:
Pick up a Sharm El Sheikh Airport rental car and explore Sharm El Sheikh and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Budget and Sixt are popular providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Sharm El Sheikh Airport about two weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh
From Sharm El Sheikh Airport, Sharm El Sheikh is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 5 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
August is the busiest month for flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Sharm El Sheikh in February.
Lock in your flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport for August if you'd like to explore Sharm El Sheikh during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 27ºC and 38ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GYD to SSH in January. Temperatures average between 11ºC and 22ºC then.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be discovered once you've seen Sharm El Sheikh. Around 386 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include giza pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Egypt, consider Giza, about 386 kilometres north-west of Sharm El Sheikh. Giza Plateau, Star Card and street Nadi Alsaeed are among the biggest draws.
