Sharm El Sheikh International Airport transfer
This page covers private transfers from Sharm El Sheikh International Airport (SSH) to the resort bays of Sharm and onward to Dahab. You agree the total price before booking, and a driver from a local transfer company meets you in the arrivals area with a name sign.
- Airport code
- SSH
- City
- Sharm El Sheikh
- Route guides
- 3
The airport sits on the plateau just inland from the coast, roughly in the middle of Sharm's long chain of resort bays. That position keeps most hotel transfers short: Nabq Bay to the north and Sharks Bay and Naama Bay to the south are all around half an hour away.
Transfers from this airport
Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport
Most visitors land on international flights, many of them charter and holiday flights from Europe. After landing you go through passport control, where travellers who need an Egyptian visa arrange it according to the current rules for their nationality, then collect your luggage and pass customs.
Share your flight number when booking: the local provider follows the arrival time, and the agreed price stays the same if the flight is delayed.
Your driver waits at the meeting point in the arrivals area with a name sign. The exact place to meet is confirmed by the local provider by phone or WhatsApp before or on arrival.
Where Sharm El Sheikh Airport transfers go
- Naama Bay
- The central bay of Sharm, built around a beachfront promenade with restaurants, shops and nightlife. 18 km from the airport, typically 29–37 minutes.
- Sharks Bay
- A quieter bay of cliff-side resorts with reef access by jetty, between the airport and Naama Bay. 18 km, typically 28–35 minutes.
- Nabq Bay
- The northern resort strip next to the Nabq protected area, with larger resorts and kitesurfing. 15 km, typically 26–33 minutes.
- Dahab
- A relaxed diving town on the Gulf of Aqaba, reached by an inland desert road. 91 km, typically 76–95 minutes.
How long are transfers from Sharm El Sheikh Airport?
Within Sharm itself, transfers are short. Nabq Bay, Sharks Bay and Naama Bay are all around 15–18 km by road, and the drive usually takes between about 26 and 37 minutes depending on the bay, the exact hotel and the time of day. Large resorts can add a few minutes at the gate and on the internal roads.
Dahab is a different kind of trip. It lies 91 km north along the coast but the road runs inland through the South Sinai mountains, and the drive typically takes 76–95 minutes. Intercity roads in Sinai have security checkpoints, so keep your passport with you rather than packed in your suitcase.
Choosing the right vehicle
A standard private car suits one to three passengers with normal holiday luggage. Families, groups of friends and anyone with extra bags usually take a minivan, which carries up to around seven people. Larger vehicles are available on request for bigger groups.
Sharm is a diving destination, and many travellers bring their own equipment. Declare dive bags, kitesurf gear or other sports equipment when booking so the provider sends a vehicle with enough space. Child seats can also be requested when you book.
Season and climate
The main travel season runs from October to April, when daytime temperatures are pleasant for beach days and diving. Winter evenings can feel cool, especially in the desert, so a light jacket is useful for an evening arrival. Summer is very hot, and the Red Sea stays warm enough for snorkelling and diving all year.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Sharm El Sheikh Airport from the main hotel areas?
Nabq Bay is around 15 km away, while Sharks Bay and Naama Bay are around 18 km by road. Most of these transfers take about half an hour. Dahab is 91 km away and takes roughly 76–95 minutes.
Is the price fixed if my flight is late?
Yes. The total price is shown and agreed before booking and does not change for traffic or a delayed flight. Adding your flight number lets the local provider follow your arrival.
Where will the driver meet me?
The driver waits at the meeting point in the arrivals area with a name sign. The local provider confirms the exact meeting details with you by phone or WhatsApp before or on arrival.
Can I bring diving or kitesurf equipment?
Yes, as long as you declare it when booking. The provider then sends a vehicle with enough room for the bags, which is often a minivan for groups with equipment.
Is the transfer shared with other passengers?
No. Every transfer is private, so the vehicle takes only your party and drives directly to your hotel without stops at other resorts.
Do I need my passport for the drive to Dahab?
It is advisable. Intercity roads in South Sinai have security checkpoints, so keep your passport or ID with you in the car rather than in the boot.