Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport, International airport in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt.
Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport is Egypt's third-busiest aviation hub, featuring two passenger terminals with combined annual capacity for over 7.5 million travelers. The facility handles both scheduled and charter flights to destinations across Europe and the Middle East.
Operations began in May 1968 as an Israeli Air Force base and transitioned to civilian use following the Egypt-Israel peace treaty in 1979. This shift allowed the military installation to develop into a commercial aviation hub.
Terminal 1 reflects architectural influences from Bedouin building traditions in its design, blending local heritage with modern construction methods. The structure shows how contemporary airport design can incorporate regional cultural elements.
The airport sits about 18 kilometers (11 miles) northeast of the city center and is accessible by road transport. Both terminals are clearly marked with facilities that help you move through the airport smoothly.
Terminal 2 underwent modernization in 2004 to handle 2.5 million passengers yearly, with expansion works beginning in December 2016 to increase capacity. The facility has adapted step by step to meet the rising demand from air tourism.
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