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Is there duty-free at Sharm el-Sheikh airport and how much does alcohol cost there?

Based on 1 discussion with 2 participants · Last activity: 6 days ago

TL;DR

Duty-free is available at Sharm el-Sheikh airport, but alcohol carries a $13 surcharge per bottle on top of the listed price, with a maximum of 2 bottles.

What the community said

According to traveller reports, alcohol is cheaper at Sharm el-Sheikh Airport when departing; purchases on arrival have an additional charge of at least $13 per bottle.

6 days ago At least +$13 per bottle on arrival

Duty-free in Sharm el-Sheikh is available both at the airport and in the city within 48 hours of arrival. Alcohol is sold, but each bottle carries an additional $13 surcharge.

6 days ago Surcharge: +$13 per bottle, max 2 bottles

When buying alcohol at Egyptian duty-free on arrival, factor in a $13 surcharge per bottle, which significantly raises the final price.

6 days ago +$13 per bottle surcharge

Egyptian duty-free on arrival is not a great deal for alcohol: a $13 per bottle surcharge and a 2-bottle limit make it an unattractive option.

6 days ago Limit: 2 bottles, $13/bottle surcharge