Sharm el-Sheikh

Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to Sharm el-Sheikh (SSH)

JNB — SSH
Aug 23 — Aug 301
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to Sharm el-Sheikh (SSH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated August 18, 2025.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$813
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($63 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($29 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025

Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Sharm el-Sheikh

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sharm el-Sheikh

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sharm el-Sheikh?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from OR Tambo to Sharm el-Sheikh. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sharm el-Sheikh may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 28 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sharm el-Sheikh?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sharm el-Sheikh chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Cairo (CAI) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 80% of 1-stop itineraries from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sharm el-Sheikh on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sharm el-Sheikh?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sharm el-Sheikh, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Istanbul (IST) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $647.

What’s the fastest layover option from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sharm el-Sheikh?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sharm el-Sheikh, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Istanbul (IST) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 16h 00m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sharm el-Sheikh?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sharm el-Sheikh, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Istanbul (IST) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 9h 53m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sharm el-Sheikh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sharm el-Sheikh. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Sharm el-Sheikh. Reviews last updated August 18, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sharm el-Sheikh, such as Egyptair. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

6.5

Entertainment

5.9

Boarding

6.8

Overall

6.5

Food

6.2

Crew

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mugove,Jul 2025

DUB - CAI

The whole experience was just a nightmare and I will never use Egyptian air ever again

Comfort

6.5

Entertainment

5.9

Boarding

6.8

Overall

6.5

Food

6.2

Crew

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mugove,Jul 2025

DUB - CAI

The whole experience was just a nightmare and I will never use Egyptian air ever again

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Sharm el-Sheikh from Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Sharm el-Sheikh Ophira (SSH), located 6.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Sharm el-Sheikh. 1 airline have flights to Ophira from Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis. Booking flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Sharm el-Sheikh Ophira should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sharm el-Sheikh round-trip?

    Egyptair, at $568, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sharm el-Sheikh.. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Sharm el-Sheikh for 18% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Sharm el-Sheikh that include hotel bookings?

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  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Sharm el-Sheikh?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Sharm el-Sheikh?

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Top airline flying from OR Tambo to Sharm el-Sheikh

Discover the top airline that operate flights from OR Tambo to Sharm el-Sheikh. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EgyptairCheapest$568Average$578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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