Airport Comparison
| ATH | SSH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport | Sharm El Sheikh International Airport |
| IATA Code | ATH | SSH |
| ICAO Code | LGAV | HESH |
| City | Athens | Sharm el-Sheikh |
| Country | Greece | Egypt |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens | Africa/Cairo |
| Elevation | 308 ft | 143 ft |
| Coordinates | 37.940000, 23.940000 | 27.980000, 34.400000 |
Athens (ATH) to Sharm el-Sheikh (SSH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) in Athens, Greece to Sharm El Sheikh International Airport (SSH) in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt is 1,474 kilometers (916 miles / 796 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying southeast at a heading of 136°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting Greece with Egypt. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 13:56 in Athens, it's 13:56 in Sharm el-Sheikh.
The return flight from Sharm el-Sheikh (SSH) to Athens (ATH) follows a heading of 321° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) and Sharm El Sheikh International Airport (SSH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.