Sharm el-Sheikh Airport to Dahab: the 85 km, day or night
Dahab is about 85 km from Sharm el-Sheikh Airport — around 1 hour 10 minutes through the South Sinai mountains, with a checkpoint where passports are checked. Public buses run between Sharm and Dahab a few times a day, but not from the airport at night. A private car from the airport to any Dahab hotel costs from $65 per car, with a name sign and no night surcharge. Prices checked .
- Airport → Dahab ≈ 85 km · 1 h 10 min
- Checkpoint passports checked
- Visa “Sinai only” stamp covers Dahab
- Private car from $65 per car
What is the road like?
A good mountain road north from Sharm through the wadis to the coast at Dahab; one or two police checkpoints. At night the road is dark but quiet; the driver knows it.
Do I need a full visa for Dahab?
No — the free “Sinai only” stamp given at Sharm el-Sheikh Airport covers Dahab, Nuweiba and St Catherine for up to 15 days. If you plan Cairo or Luxor, take the full visa.
How much is a private transfer to Dahab?
| Route | Sedan | Minivan (Hiace) | Bus (Coaster) | Premium van |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sharm el-Sheikh Airport to Dahab one way | $65 | $80 | $150 | $130 |
| Sharm el-Sheikh to Dahab one way | $65 | $80 | $150 | $130 |
| Dahab & Blue Hole day trip from Sharm driver waits, back the same day | $160 | $220 | $420 | $355 |
| Mount Sinai sunrise from Dahab (night trip) driver waits, back the same day | $190 | $260 | $480 | $420 |
What if my flight lands in Sharm at night?
Nothing changes: the driver follows the flight, waits 60 minutes from the actual landing, and the price is the same at night.
Can I go on to Mount Sinai from Dahab?
Yes, the night sunrise trip from Dahab leaves around 23:00 and is back by late morning.
Sources and checks
- Egypt travel advice — entry requirements — UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (gov.uk); checked by us
- Egypt e-Visa portal (official) — Government of Egypt; checked by us
- Egypt travel advice — regional risks — UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (gov.uk), 2026-08-04; checked by us
You may also need
- Arriving at Sharm el-Sheikh Airport (SSH) — also at night: visa, exit, the ride to your hotel
- Mount Sinai sunrise: the night drive from Sharm or Dahab
- Nabq Bay: getting there from Sharm el-Sheikh Airport, day and night
- Taba border crossing (Egypt – Israel): status as of 27 October 2026
Questions
How far is Dahab from Sharm airport?
About 85 km, around 1 hour 10 minutes.
How much is a car from the airport to Dahab?
From $65 per car, any hour.
Is there a bus at night?
Public buses run in the daytime only and not from the airport terminal.
Does the “Sinai only” stamp cover Dahab?
Yes, for up to 15 days.
Can we go to Mount Sinai from Dahab?
Yes, the night sunrise trip leaves Dahab around 23:00.
How do I cancel?
Free up to 24 hours before pickup.