Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh?

Flights from San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Sharm El Sheikh Intl (SSH).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh.

Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh pass through?

Connecting flights from San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh most commonly pass through: • Istanbul (IST) - 96% of one-stop connections • Rome Fiumicino (FCO) - 4% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 42% on flights from San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $872 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,489, a difference of $617. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

How long is a flight from San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh. Flights with 1 layover take between 22h 31m and 24h 11m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

How are flight prices from San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh looking right now?

One-way fares from San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $690, which is 47% below the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh?

Flying via Rome Fiumicino (FCO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 22h 31m, compared with 24h 11m via Istanbul (IST).

What is the time difference between San Francisco and Sharm el-Sheikh?

Sharm el-Sheikh is 10 hours ahead of San Francisco (Eastern European Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh flight?

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh range from $905 to $1,094, with an average of $963 over the past 12 months. Anything below $905 counts as a good deal.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 54% higher.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh?

Turkish Airlines ($1,179) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh in the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh?

Istanbul (IST) is the most popular layover for the San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh route. 96% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via IST.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh?

Flights via Istanbul (IST) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $1,061. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh which airport offers the shortest layover?

Rome Fiumicino (FCO) had the shortest average connection time for San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh layovers at 14h 29m over the past 3 months.

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6:00 am - 5:55 pmSFO San Francisco-SSH Sharm El Sheikh Intl

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7:45 am - 2:25 pmSSH Sharm El Sheikh Intl-SFO San Francisco

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$1,052Multiple Airlines

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4:51 pm - 10:40 pmSFO San Francisco-SSH Sharm El Sheikh Intl

43h 49m2 stops Los Angeles Rome Fiumicino

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$1,075Multiple Airlines

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5:35 pm - 2:05 pmSFO San Francisco-SSH Sharm El Sheikh Intl

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6:20 pm - 8:10 pmSSH Sharm El Sheikh Intl-SFO San Francisco

35h 50m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

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4:05 pm - 9:40 pmSFO San Francisco-SSH Sharm El Sheikh Intl

20h 35m1 stop Rome Fiumicino

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24h 55m1 stop Rome Fiumicino

$1,122Multiple Airlines

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5:35 pm - 2:05 pmSFO San Francisco-SSH Sharm El Sheikh Intl

34h 30m2 stops Lisbon Humberto Delgado Milan Malpensa

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35h 45m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

$1,139Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 29 - Sat, Nov 7

9:00 pm - 7:25 pmSFO San Francisco-SSH Sharm El Sheikh Intl

37h 25m2 stops Paris Orly Naples

6:20 pm - 8:10 pmSSH Sharm El Sheikh Intl-SFO San Francisco

35h 50m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

$1,140Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 10

7:35 pm - 11:40 amSFO San Francisco-SSH Sharm El Sheikh Intl

30h 05m1 stop Istanbul

11:35 am - 4:30 pmSSH Sharm El Sheikh Intl-SFO San Francisco

38h 55m1 stop Istanbul

$1,142Turkish Airlines

Sat, Oct 24 - Mon, Nov 9

3:15 pm - 9:15 pmSFO San Francisco-SSH Sharm El Sheikh Intl

20h 00m1 stop Rome Fiumicino

10:15 pm - 1:10 pmSSH Sharm El Sheikh Intl-SFO San Francisco

24h 55m1 stop Rome Fiumicino

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7:35 pm - 11:20 amSFO San Francisco-SSH Sharm El Sheikh Intl

29h 45m1 stop Istanbul

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 54% higher.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh.
How long is a flight from San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh. Flights with 1 layover take between 22h 31m and 24h 11m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh flight?
Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh range from $905 to $1,094, with an average of $963 over the past 12 months. Anything below $905 counts as a good deal.
How are flight prices from San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh looking right now?
One-way fares from San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $690, which is 47% below the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh?
Flights from San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Sharm El Sheikh Intl (SSH).
Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh pass through?
Connecting flights from San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh most commonly pass through:

• Istanbul (IST) - 96% of one-stop connections
• Rome Fiumicino (FCO) - 4% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 42% on flights from San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $872 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,489, a difference of $617.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh?
Flying via Rome Fiumicino (FCO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 22h 31m, compared with 24h 11m via Istanbul (IST).
What is the time difference between San Francisco and Sharm el-Sheikh?
Sharm el-Sheikh is 10 hours ahead of San Francisco (Eastern European Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Saturday flights average $872, about $617 less than Friday fares (41% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Sharm el-Sheikh trip for January. Fares historically average $905 round-trip in that month - typically $1,377 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Sharm El Sheikh Intl Airport.

• DoubleTree by Hilton Sharm El Sheikh - Sharm Bay
• Jaz Sharks Bay
• Savoy Sharm El Sheikh

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