Traveling from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH): what you need to know
Sharm El Sheikh's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Sharm El Sheikh six hours ahead of Orlando.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MCO to SSH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Orlando International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between MCO and SSH include:
London Gatwick Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Manchester Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
$219 is the lowest price for a one-way Orlando International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight. Return flights start at $738. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MCO to SSH. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from MCO to SSH is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Orlando International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Orlando International Airport (MCO)
MCO is located at One Airport Boulevard.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Orlando International Airport, data shows 78.28% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Orlando to Orlando International Airport is approximately 32 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to MCO? If you're boarding an early flight from Orlando International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
Reserve a hotel close to SSH if you're taking a late Orlando International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Sharm El Sheikh Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Budget or Sixt and explore beyond Sharm El Sheikh's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Sharm El Sheikh Airport around two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh
From Sharm El Sheikh Airport, Sharm El Sheikh is approximately 5 kilometers away. It takes around 5 minutes to drive to the center.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
August is the busiest month for flights from Orlando International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Sharm El Sheikh in February.
The warmest month in Sharm El Sheikh is August, with temperatures ranging between 27ºC (81ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Book your flights from Orlando International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MCO to SSH in January. Average temperatures are between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo is just one of the many places in Egypt waiting to be explored after you've seen Sharm El Sheikh. Around 386 kilometers away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including giza pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili.
Around 386 kilometers north-west of Sharm El Sheikh, Giza is another essential stop in Egypt. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Giza Plateau, Star Card and street Nadi Alsaeed.
