Cheap flights from Istanbul to Sharm El Sheikh
973 mi · 45m average nonstop
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Quick answer: Istanbul to Sharm El Sheikh at a glance
Cheap flights from Istanbul (IST) to Sharm El Sheikh (SSH) cover 973 miles (1,565 km) in about 45m nonstop, with 2 airlines flying direct — a medium-haul regional route. Search Kayak for today's cheapest live fare. Route difficulty 3/10.
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Flying from Istanbul to Sharm El Sheikh covers 973 miles (1,566 km) in approximately 0 hour 45 minutes. 2 airlines offer direct flights on this medium-haul regional route. This is a medium-haul regional route typically served by direct flights.
Nonstop distance 973 miles. Direct carriers include MS and TK.
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Airlines on this route
2 airlines fly Istanbul → Sharm El Sheikh. All are direct routes.
| Airline | Route type |
|---|---|
| MS | Direct |
| TK | Direct |
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Istanbul to Sharm El Sheikh — quick answers
How far is Istanbul from Sharm El Sheikh by plane?
The nonstop flight distance from Istanbul (IST) to Sharm El Sheikh (SSH) is 973 miles (1,565 km), calculated as a great-circle line from published OpenFlights airport coordinates. Actual flown distance is slightly longer due to airways and winds.
How long is the flight from Istanbul to Sharm El Sheikh?
The average nonstop flight time from IST to SSH is 45 minutes. Gate-to-gate time is usually 20–35 minutes longer; connecting itineraries add 1–4 hours depending on the layover.
Which airlines fly from Istanbul to Sharm El Sheikh?
2 airlines serve this route nonstop: MS, TK. Schedules and amenities differ by carrier — compare live frequencies and fare classes on Kayak before you book.