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How to get to Sharm el-Sheikh airport by taxi and what does it cost?

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TL;DR

Taxis drop you right at the terminal entrance, but drivers often charge an extra entry fee (~30 EGP). Agree on the total price before getting in.

What the community said

A taxi to Sharm el-Sheikh airport typically costs around 3000–3500 EGP per car (price reported as of the message date).

Taxi: 3000–3500 EGP per car

Buses (e.g., to Cairo) come in different classes with different prices — schedules and fares can be checked on the GoBus website.

Website: GoBus

Taxi drivers to Sharm el-Sheikh airport typically add an airport entry fee on top of the agreed fare. The official charge is around 30 EGP, but some drivers ask for $5. To avoid disputes, negotiate the final all-inclusive price before getting into the cab.

Airport entry fee: ~30 EGP (or ~$5)

If you're traveling with a tour group, let your guide know in advance if you plan to take a taxi separately — otherwise the whole bus may wait for you. Taxis drop off directly at the terminal entrance, which is more convenient than group transport.

Many hotels in Sharm el-Sheikh run their own shuttle buses. Shuttles to nearby shops are usually free, while trips to the Old Market and Naama Bay are paid and include a 2-hour stop. This is a convenient alternative to taxis if you want to avoid haggling.

Shuttle: Old Market, Naama Bay (paid, 2-hour stop)

Buses from Sharm el-Sheikh to Cairo can be checked and booked online. It's worth searching schedules and prices on Egyptian bus booking platforms in advance.

Route: Sharm el-Sheikh — Cairo (bus)

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