London to Sharm El Sheikh (LGW–SSH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LGW–SSH is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. easyJet, British Airways and TUI Airways lead the route. The flight covers 2,402 miles in approximately 4h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 30 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U2 easyJet | 10 | 320 | 5h12-5h25 | – | – | – |
| BA British Airways | 3 | 320 | 5h20 | – | Oneworld | – |
| BY TUI Airways | 3 | 7M8 | 4h15-5h20 | – | – | – |
| W9 SkyGreece Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Sharm El Sheikh from London
| Metric | LGW→SSH | LTN→SSH | STN→SSH |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LGW | – | 51 mi | 54 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 16 | 5 | 1 |
| Flight time | 4h 15m | 5h 17m | 5h 10m |
Travel Essentials
LGW: BST · SSH: EEST
When it's 6:00 PM in London, it's 8:00 PM in Sharm El Sheikh.
British passport holders need a visa for Egypt. The eVisa (visa2egypt.gov.eg) costs $25 for single-entry or $60 for multiple-entry, valid for 30 days per visit within a 90-day window. Processing takes 5 to 7 working days. Visa on arrival at Egyptian airports is also available for $25 (USD cash), but the eVisa skips the airport queue. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the entry date.
For the eVisa, upload a passport photo page scan and a digital passport-style photo. No hotel booking or flight confirmation is required at the application stage. At immigration, officers may ask for return tickets and hotel details. Sinai-only visitors (Sharm el-Sheikh, Dahab, Taba) get a free 15-day entry permit stamped at the airport, no visa needed. This permit restricts travel to South Sinai only.
Direct flights from London Heathrow to Cairo run about 5 hours on EgyptAir and British Airways. Sharm el-Sheikh charters from Gatwick and Manchester take about 5 hours 30 minutes. The Egyptian pound (EGP) trades at roughly 50 EGP per $1. ATMs at airports dispense EGP. No mandatory vaccinations for UK arrivals. Tap water is not safe to drink. Carry cash for taxis and smaller vendors, as card acceptance outside hotels and tourist restaurants is inconsistent.
The Gatwick Express runs non-stop from London Victoria to the South Terminal in 30 minutes, with trains every 15 minutes (from £21.50 one-way; advance fares cheaper online). Thameslink trains from London Bridge, Blackfriars, City Thameslink, and Farringdon are slower (35–45 min) but significantly cheaper; often £10–13 on Oyster or contactless. Southern trains also serve the route.National coaches (National Express, Megabus) connect Gatwick to Victoria Coach Station for £6–15. Taxis from central London cost £70–100+ depending on traffic. Driving via M23 and A23 takes 35–60 minutes; multi-storey car parks are directly connected to both terminals by a 2-minute monorail shuttle.
LGW–SSH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LGW to SSH
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Sharm El Sheikh International Airport (SSH) are connected by nonstop service from British Airways, TUI Airways, easyJet and SkyGreece Airlines. With 16 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
LGW to SSH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LGW to SSH ranges from 4 hours 15 minutes to 5 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,402 miles (3,866 km). There are approximately 16 weekly flights outbound and 17 return, totaling 33 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
30 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via ATH. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Luton, Luton (LTN), London, Essex (STN) and Bristol (BRS).