Airport Code

SSH

Sharm El Sheikh International Airport

ICAO: HESH

About Sharm El Sheikh International Airport Airport

With IATA code SSH and ICAO code HESH, Sharm El Sheikh International Airport is a vital air transport facility in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt. Travelers heading to Sharm El Sheikh and surrounding destinations rely on this airport year-round.

The airport operates in the Africa/Cairo timezone. Its geographical coordinates are latitude 27.9773 and longitude 34.3950, making it accessible from surrounding areas. The nearest airports include ELT (El-tor, 77.9 km), SKV (St. Catherine, 85.2 km), HRG (Hurghada, 106.5 km), TCP (Taba, 182.9 km), ETH (Elat, 184.5 km).

This page offers detailed information about SSH for travelers, pilots, and aviation enthusiasts alike — from current weather conditions to nearby airport alternatives and distance calculations.

Local Time

Africa/Cairo

Location

Sharm El Sheikh

Egypt

Coordinates

27.9773, 34.3950

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Frequently Asked Questions — SSH

What city is SSH airport in?

Sharm El Sheikh International Airport (SSH) is located in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt.

What is the ICAO code for Sharm El Sheikh International Airport?

The ICAO code for Sharm El Sheikh International Airport is HESH. This code is used by air traffic control and airline operations worldwide.

Where is SSH located?

SSH is located at latitude 27.9773006439 and longitude 34.3950004578 in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt.

What timezone is SSH airport in?

Sharm El Sheikh International Airport operates in the Africa/Cairo timezone.

What does the airport code SSH stand for?

The IATA code SSH is the three-letter identifier assigned to Sharm El Sheikh International Airport by the International Air Transport Association. You will find this code on your boarding pass, luggage tags, and flight booking systems.

What is the difference between SSH and HESH?

SSH is the IATA code (3 letters, used on tickets and baggage) and HESH is the ICAO code (4 letters, used by pilots and air traffic control) for Sharm El Sheikh International Airport.

What is the weather like at SSH airport?

You can check the current weather conditions at SSH airport at the top of this page. We provide real-time temperature data powered by Open-Meteo.

What airports are near SSH?

The closest airports to SSH are: ELT (El-tor, 77.9 km), SKV (St. Catherine, 85.2 km), HRG (Hurghada, 106.5 km), TCP (Taba, 182.9 km), ETH (Elat, 184.5 km).