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OtherThe city itself is a resort city developed since the 1980s and has no historic old town. Hotels, diving shops, and souvenir shops are concentrated around Naama Bay and the Old Market, giving it a strongly tourist-oriented atmosphere, while the business custom of assuming price negotiation remains.

Sharm El Sheikh

Sharm El Sheikh · Egypt · View on map

One of Egypt's leading beach resorts, on the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula along the Red Sea. It is known for exceptionally clear waters and coral reefs, and serves as a port of call on Red Sea itineraries.

From port to town

Not yet confirmed

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Sharm El Sheikh · Map: Natural Earth (overview)

Port highlights

A tourist city of around 100,000 people

Population

A desert climate with almost no rainfall. From June to September, days are very hot with intense sunshine, and even in winter (December to February) daytime is warm enough for swimming in the sea. Because the air is dry, the shade is comfortable, but measures against dehydration are essential.

Climate

Arabic. Because it is a tourist destination, English is widely understood, and Russian and German signs are also seen.

Language

Egyptian pound (EGP). Resorts also accept US dollars and euros, but the exchange rate tends to be unfavorable.

Currency

October to April. This avoids the extreme midsummer heat, and the clarity of the sea stays high.

Best time to visit

Local food

Grilled Red Sea seafood, koshari (a mixed dish of rice, pasta, and beans), shawarma, molokhia soup, and more. Freshly squeezed mango juice is also a classic.

Sights

Coral reefs in Ras Muhammad National ParkNaama Bay promenade and beachOld MarketSnorkeling and diving around Tiran IslandDay excursion to Mount Sinai and St. Catherine's Monastery

Monthly average high / low temperatures

22°

11°Jan

24°

12°Feb

26°

15°Mar

30°

18°Apr

34°

23°May

36°

26°Jun

37°

28°Jul

38°

28°Aug

35°

25°Sep

32°

22°Oct

28°

18°Nov

24°

13°Dec

Unit: °C · Calculated from NOAA GHCN-Daily station observations · Period: 1991–2020 · Station: HURGUADA · about 98.7 km from port · Approximate (distant station) · Last checked: Oct 4, 2026 · A guide for choosing your travel month.

Local prices for travelers

Similar to Tokyo

Compared with Tokyo, Japan (median of items)96 (Tokyo = 100)

Compared with Tokyo, water and meals are somewhat cheaper; a Big Mac costs about the same; coffee and beer are somewhat more expensive.

EGP 13.50

Water 600 ml

EGP 199.00

Coffee

EGP 196.70

Inexpensive meal

EGP 315.00

Local beer

EGP 145.00

Big Mac

Prices in Sharm El Sheikh. · Amounts in the recorded local currency. No currency conversion applied. · Last checked: Oct 2026 · Sources: Shop and menu prices · The Economist, Big Mac Index (CC BY 4.0)

Getting there from Japan

SSH

Sharm El Sheikh International Airport

Nearest airport

Airport name: OurAirports

About 15 km from airport to port (straight-line distance)

Calculated from OurAirports coordinates

Airport to port (approx.)

C — Two or more connections

Ease of access

Access from Japan: A = direct flight / B = one connection / C = two or more connections (indicative)

Itineraries calling here

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Sources

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Checked Jul 22, 2026

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