Sharm El Sheikh to London (SSH–LGW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
SSH–LGW is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. easyJet, Britannia Airways Ltd. and British Airways lead the route. The flight covers 2,402 miles in approximately 5h 28m. Beyond nonstop, 22 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U2 easyJet | 12 | 320, 321 | 5h28-5h55 | – | – | – |
| BY Britannia Airways Ltd. | 7 | 7M8 | 5h35-5h45 | – | – | – |
| BA British Airways | 6 | 320 | 5h55 | – | Oneworld | – |
| W9 Eastwind Airlines | 6 | 32Q | 6h | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach London from Sharm El Sheikh
| Metric | SSH→LGW | HRG→LGW | RMF→LGW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from SSH | – | 66 mi | 168 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 31 | 20 | 1 |
| Flight time | 5h 28m | 5h 44m | 6h 5m |
Travel Essentials
SSH: EET · LGW: GMT
When it's 6:00 PM in Sharm El Sheikh, it's 4:00 PM in London.
Egyptian passport holders require a Standard Visitor Visa to enter the United Kingdom. The visa must be obtained from the UK embassy or a VFS visa center before travel and allows stays of up to 6 months. Biometrics (photo and fingerprints) are collected as part of the application. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay, and proof of ties to Egypt (employment, property, family) is required.
The Gatwick Express departs the South Terminal every 15 minutes to London Victoria (30 min, from £21.50). Thameslink services are cheaper and provide direct access to Farringdon, City Thameslink, Blackfriars, and London Bridge; useful for destinations in the City and East London. Both terminal buildings are connected by a free inter-terminal monorail shuttle (2 min).Taxis from arrivals queue outside; metered fares to central London typically run £70–100 and can exceed this during peak hours. Uber and other ride-shares operate from a designated zone. Rental car desks are in both terminal buildings.
Temperate maritime climate. Winters (November–February) are cool and grey at 3–9°C, with fog, low cloud, and occasional light snow causing moderate delay risks. Summers (June–August) are mild at 18–25°C. Heat waves are increasingly common and can affect ramp operations. Rain falls year-round with no dry season.
Wind is a more frequent disruption factor than snow at Gatwick. The airport has a single active runway and is sensitive to crosswinds. Autumn storms (October–November) occasionally cause significant delays.
SSH–LGW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SSH to LGW
Sharm El Sheikh International Airport (SSH) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) are connected by nonstop service from British Airways, Britannia Airways Ltd., easyJet and Eastwind Airlines. With 31 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
SSH to LGW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SSH to LGW ranges from 5 hours 28 minutes to 6 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,402 miles (3,866 km). There are approximately 31 weekly flights outbound and 25 return, totaling 56 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
22 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via HRG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Hurghada (HRG), Marsa Alam (RMF) and Luxor (LXR).