How to avoid taxi overcharging in Sharm el-Sheikh (inDriver / Uber tips)
Based on 2 discussions with 3 participants · Last activity: 28 days ago
TL;DR
Stick to the app price — drivers often demand an extra 50–100 EGP. Just say 'khalas' (enough) or threaten a bad review to hold the line.
What the community said
A ride from Holiday Inn to Farsha negotiated directly with a driver (off-app) costs around $4, while booking the same route through the app (Uber/inDriver) costs around $2.
47 days ago Holiday Inn – Farsha: $4 off-app / $2 via app
A fair fare is roughly 200–250 EGP, no more. If the driver asks for more, tell them you'll just take an inDriver instead — they usually agree to your price right away.
54 days ago Fair price: 200–250 EGP
If the driver demands extra for entering the airport grounds, don't agree. Say 'khalas' or warn about a bad review — they usually settle for the app price plus at most 50–100 EGP.
28 days ago Airport surcharge: up to 50 EGP
Street drivers may quote $5 for a ride that costs around 100 EGP (~$2) in the app. The app is cheaper — always use it instead of negotiating on the street.
28 days ago App price: ~100 EGP
Some drivers try to add 50–100 EGP on top of the app fare using various excuses. Simply state the app price firmly and don't budge — most drivers will accept it.
28 days ago Typical overcharge attempt: 50–100 EGP