Sharm El Sheikh Holidays
General Information
Time Difference: Time zones difference between Sharm-el-sheikhand the UK is +2 hours.
Currency: Egyptian Pound (EGP). Currency can be exchanged at banks, currency exchange shops, or at the airport. In resort areas and hotels, Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted; cash in EGP is often preferred for tipping, taxis, or market purchases.
When exchanging money, please note that currency exchange offices may charge a commission for each transaction.
Population: 13,000
Language: Arabic
Flight duration: From 5 hours 15 minutes to 5 hours 25 minutes from Gatwick
Best Time to Visit: Between Late spring (March–May) and early autumn (September–November)