Bus from Cairo Airport to Sharm El Sheikh: Duration, Price & Schedule
Published 2026-04-05 · Updated 2026-06-28 · 6 min read
Distance and Duration
The trip from Cairo International Airport to Sharm El Sheikh is about 480 kilometers, taking 6 to 7 hours by road via Suez and Sinai, depending on stops and road conditions.
Available Transport Options
There's more than one way to get from Cairo Airport to Sharm El Sheikh besides a domestic flight:
- ■Public bus companies from downtown stations — cheaper, but you'll need separate transport from the airport to the station
- ■Direct private transfer from the terminal door to your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh — no changing transport
- ■Domestic flight — fastest (about an hour) but significantly more expensive
Sphinx Airport and Sharm El Sheikh (Sphinx Airport to Cairo Bus)
If you're asking about transport from Sphinx Airport (Giza) to Cairo or vice versa, that's a different service from the Sharm El Sheikh route — Sphinx Airport is much closer to Cairo (about 30-40 minutes), and we can arrange a private transfer from there to any destination in Cairo and Giza.
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Book on WhatsAppFrequently Asked Questions
Is there a rest stop on the way to Sharm El Sheikh?+
Yes, longer trips include at least one rest stop roughly halfway through the journey.
Does the price differ between day and night trips?+
Night trips are sometimes slightly cheaper, though they take about the same amount of time. Ask about the available time slots when booking.