Sharm El Sheikh International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 48m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Sharm El Sheikh International Airport
Sharm El Sheikh International Airport is an international airport located in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt. It is the third-busiest airport in Egypt after Cairo International Airport and Hurghada International Airport and one of the busiest airports in the Middle East. Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport has two main passenger terminals, with the larger terminal, handling most international flights, and the other terminal, which is primarily used for domestic flights.
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Live weather
HESHNOTAMs
HESHReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04L / 22R | 10,108 ft / 3,081 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 04R / 22L | 10,108 ft / 3,081 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | RADAR | 121.100 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| RDO | RDO | 317.500 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.900 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: N (from about 0°), on 49% of observations, averaging 11 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 97% | 538 ft | |
| Feb | 97% | 686 ft | |
| Mar | 93% | 1,080 ft | |
| Apr | 95% | 1,654 ft | |
| May | 94% | 2,166 ft | |
| Jun | 99% | 2,597 ft | |
| Jul | 99% | 2,819 ft | |
| Aug | 99% | 2,790 ft | |
| Sep | 99% | 2,478 ft | |
| Oct | 99% | 1,921 ft | |
| Nov | 99% | 1,355 ft | |
| Dec | 99% | 783 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~538–2,819 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Sharm El Sheikh International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Sharm El Sheikh International Airport?
The ICAO code for Sharm El Sheikh International Airport is HESH, and its IATA code is SSH.
Where is Sharm El Sheikh International Airport located?
Sharm El Sheikh International Airport is large airport located in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, at an elevation of 191 ft (58 m).
How many runways does Sharm El Sheikh International Airport have?
Sharm El Sheikh International Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 10,108 ft / 3,081 m.
Which airlines fly to Sharm El Sheikh International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Sharm El Sheikh International Airport include Air Bourbon, Egyptair, Marysya Airlines, Nas Air, Royal Jordanian, Saudi Arabian Airlines, among 12 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Sharm El Sheikh International Airport?
Historical data lists 18 nonstop destinations from Sharm El Sheikh International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Sharm El Sheikh International Airport in?
Sharm El Sheikh International Airport is in the Africa/Cairo time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Sharm El Sheikh International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Sharm El Sheikh International Airport is approximately 4.5° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Sharm El Sheikh International Airport?
The nearest airport to Sharm El Sheikh International Airport is Tiran Island Airfield (SA-0086), about 10.8 nm to the e, followed by At Tur Airport and Saint Catherine International Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Sharm El Sheikh International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.