Zurich to Sharm El Sheikh (ZRH–SSH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
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ZRH–SSH is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Edelweiss leads the route. The flight covers 1,934 miles in approximately 4h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WK Edelweiss Also: LH, LX | 2 | 320 | 4h15 | – | – | LH, LX |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Sharm El Sheikh from Zurich
| Metric | ZRH→SSH | MXP→SSH |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from ZRH | – | 127 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 2 | 25 |
| Flight time | 4h 15m | 4h 5m |
Travel Essentials
ZRH: CEST · SSH: EEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Zurich, it's 7:00 PM in Sharm El Sheikh.
Swiss passport holders can get an eVisa before departure through visa2egypt.gov.eg or a visa on arrival at Egyptian airports. The single-entry tourist visa costs USD 25 and allows stays up to 30 days. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. The eVisa typically processes within 5 business days. Visa on arrival is paid in cash at the bank counter before the immigration desk.
Direct SBB (Swiss Federal Railways) trains run from Zurich HB (main station) to the airport station in 10 minutes, departing every 10–15 minutes for CHF 6.80 with a standard zone 1–2 ticket. From other Swiss cities, intercity trains call at Zurich Airport station directly; Basel (65 min), Bern (90 min), Geneva (2h45) all have direct connections. The airport station is integrated beneath the terminal.Taxis from Zurich city centre cost CHF 55–75 and take 15–25 minutes via the A1 motorway. Driving is practical; the terminal has a large multi-storey car park (P1/P2/P3) with short- and long-term rates. Rental cars are on-site.
ZRH–SSH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ZRH to SSH
Zürich Airport (ZRH) and Sharm El Sheikh International Airport (SSH) are connected by nonstop service from Edelweiss. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
ZRH to SSH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ZRH to SSH is about 4 hours 15 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,934 miles (3,112 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 3 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Frankfurt Main, Cairo and Milan Malpensa. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Ferno (VA) (MXP).