Your vacation is over, and you’re ready to return home with wonderful memories. You can spend those last few hours waiting for your flight in a pleasant way. You can buy something for your loved ones at the colorful shops at Sharm El-Sheikh Airport.
This is not just a waiting area, but also a small shopping area where you can buy last-minute gifts and enjoy tax-free shopping. Read this guide to find out more about shopping at the airport.
Where are the Sharm El-Sheikh Airport shops located?
There are shopping areas both before and after security in the terminal.
There is a small shopping store in the pre-security area. In the post-security area, there are duty-free shops and stores selling souvenirs.
In the center of Terminal 1, there is a huge duty-free area surrounded by other boutiques and specialty shops. So while checking your flight gate number, you can browse the displays of perfumes, chocolates, and souvenirs unique to Egypt. The shopping venues are spread out on both sides of the corridor.
What are the Sharm El-Sheikh Airport shop opening times?
Sharm El-Sheikh is an airport that constantly receives tourists from Europe and the Middle East. There are frequent flights here both in the morning and at night. Therefore, life in the terminal never stops.
Most of the main duty-free shops and other souvenir shops are open 24/7. If you have a flight departing from the international terminal, you will definitely find an open shop where you can shop. Whether it’s early in the morning or late at night, you can easily do your last-minute shopping. Shop opening hours vary according to the flight schedule.
Is shopping at Sharm El-Sheikh Airport cheap?
This is the most critical question on every traveler’s mind. To be honest, the answer to this question depends on what you plan to buy.
Definitely Worth It: International brand-name perfumes, luxury cosmetics, alcoholic beverages, and tobacco products. These items are sold “duty-free,” meaning they are tax-free, so they can be significantly cheaper than prices in the city center or in your own country.
Items to Be Careful With: Local and authentic souvenirs. Papyrus, small statues, spices, and traditional textile products tend to have higher price tags at the airport. If you want to buy such items, your best bet is Naama Bay or Old Market, where you can also haggle.
Items That Require Comparison: Prices for items such as sunglasses, watches, and electronics vary greatly. Sometimes you can get a really good discount.
In summary, the airport can be a bargain center for international brands.
What about paying taxes/duty-free shopping?
With duty-free products, you do not pay local taxes added to the retail price of the product. The process is extremely simple:
When shopping, simply show your passport and boarding pass at the checkout. The sales associate will verify your international travel status through the system. You can purchase the product at the tax-free price. No forms need to be filled out.
There are limits of 2 liters for alcoholic beverages, 200 ml for perfume, and varying limits for tobacco and chocolate depending on the country. Credit cards (Visa, MasterCard), USD, EUR, and Egyptian Pounds (EGP) are accepted. You must not open the bag during security checks.
Our 6 top tips for shopping in Sharm El-Sheikh Airport
Create a Price Memory: If you plan to buy a special perfume or watch, note down the price in your home country before you travel. This way, you can immediately tell if the price you see is really a “bargain.”
Don’t forget your country’s limits: You cannot bring every item you purchase in the duty-free zone into your country. Especially for alcohol and tobacco products, be sure to check the per-person customs limits of the country you are arriving in.
Keep an eye out for “Travel Exclusive” deals: Many brands sell special travel sets that are only available at airports.
Prepare Your Money: Stores generally accept major currencies such as US Dollars and Euros, as well as Egyptian Pounds (EGP). Credit cards are also accepted. However, make sure your card is enabled for international use.
Don’t Expect to Haggle: This isn’t the Old Market! Prices are fixed at duty-free and branded stores.
Don’t forget the time: Don’t get so caught up in the glitzy world of shopping that you miss your flight! Take into account the walking distance to your flight gate and try not to leave your shopping to the last minute.
List of shops in Sharm El-Sheikh Airport
The largest shopping area in the terminal belongs to EgyptAir Duty Free. Products you can find in the airport terminal:
Perfume & Cosmetics: The latest collections and classic perfumes from the world’s most renowned luxury brands (Dior, Chanel, YSL, Armani, etc.).
Alcohol & Tobacco: A wide selection of whiskey, wine, vodka, and other alcoholic beverages. Additionally, international cigarette and cigar brands.
Gourmet Delights & Chocolate: Brands such as Toblerone, Godiva, and Lindt, as well as high-quality Egyptian dates, Turkish delight, and packaged local treats.
Egyptian Souvenirs: High-quality cotton products, small decorative items, papyrus replicas, and jewelry boxes.
Fashion & Accessories: Luxury sunglasses, watches, jewelry, and leather accessories.
Books & Magazines: International magazines, books, and newspapers
We hope this detailed guide helps you with your shopping adventure at Sharm El-Sheikh International Terminal. Have a safe flight and enjoy your shopping!