Where can I buy duty-free alcohol in Sharm El Sheikh after arrival, and how long do I have?
From messages by 4 participants in 2 sources · Last activity: 18 days ago
From messages by 4 participants in 2 sources · Last activity: 18 days ago
TL;DR
Travelers report that alcohol can be bought at Sharm El Sheikh’s city duty-free shop within three days of arrival; it is described as being around the middle of the promenade. Buying at the departure airport may be cheaper, as a surcharge of about US$13 per litre in Sharm was mentioned.
According to traveler reports, Sharm El Sheikh’s city duty-free shop serves arriving visitors only during the first three days after arrival. It is described as being around the middle of the promenade; bring your arrival documents.
For spirits, compare prices with the duty-free shop at your departure airport: travelers mentioned an additional charge of about US$13 per litre in Sharm El Sheikh.
One option is to buy spirits at the departure-airport duty-free shop before flying. Travelers reported bringing 2 litres of spirits per person on trips to Egypt.