DUS to SSH Turbulence Forecast

Q: Is the Düsseldorf to Sharm el-Sheikh flight turbulent?

The DUS–SSH route typically experiences light turbulence. A very smooth flight with minimal turbulence expected.

Q: Which seat is smoothest on DUS to SSH?

Wing seats are smoothest. On a Airbus A321, that's rows 19-30. Avoid the rear of the aircraft.

Q: How long is the flight from DUS to SSH?

The DUS to SSH flight takes approximately 4h 25m.

Is the Düsseldorf to Sharm el-Sheikh flight turbulent? Live forecast & historical patterns.

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Düsseldorf · Sharm el-Sheikh · 4h 25m

Turb Score

4h 25m

Duration

2,390 nm

Distance

38,000 ft

Cruise Alt.

Light

Typical

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Typical turbulence along the route

Historical average pattern for DUS–SSH

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About the DUS–SSH route

The Düsseldorf to Sharm el-Sheikh route heads southeast over Europe and the Middle East, covering 2,750 miles at 38,000 feet. This corridor is generally smooth — turbulence is most common over the Alps and occasionally over the Zagros Mountains in Iran. The approach into Dubai crosses dry, stable desert air which is typically calm.

The route is served by Condor, TUIfly, Eurowings on Airbus A321 · Boeing 737 aircraft, with flights typically cruising at 38,000 feet over a distance of 2,750 miles (2,390 nautical miles).

💡 Tip: Generally smooth. Mountain ranges over Europe/Iran can cause brief turbulence.

Turbulence levels on DUS–SSH

What to expect at each phase of the flight

SmoothDeparture & arrival — climb and descent phases are generally calm

LightMinor bumps — drink stays in your cup, walking feels slightly unsteady

ModerateNoticeable bumps — stay seated with seatbelt on, service may pause

HeavyStrong jolts — unsecured items move, crew seated. Rare but possible

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Best time to fly DUS–SSH

Turbulence by month

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Best seat on DUS–SSH

Airbus A321

Front

Rows 1–18

Light

✓ Wing

Rows 19-30

Smoothest

Rear

Rows 31+

Rougher

Wing seats are over the center of gravity — least affected by turbulence.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Düsseldorf to Sharm el-Sheikh flight turbulent?

The DUS–SSH route typically experiences light turbulence. A very smooth flight with minimal turbulence expected. The turbulence score for this route is 5/100.

When is turbulence worst on DUS to SSH?

Generally smooth. Mountain ranges over Europe/Iran can cause brief turbulence. Check the turbulence chart above for the typical pattern along this specific route.

Which seat is smoothest on DUS to SSH?

Wing seats are always the smoothest. On a Airbus A321 (the most common aircraft on this route), that's rows 19-30. Avoid the very rear of the aircraft — it amplifies turbulence motion.

How long is the flight from DUS to SSH?

The DUS to SSH flight takes approximately 4h 25m, covering 2,750 miles (2,390 nautical miles).

Which airlines fly DUS to SSH?

The main airlines operating this route are Condor, TUIfly, Eurowings, flying Airbus A321 · Boeing 737 aircraft.

Data Sources

PIREP — Pilot reports (PIREPs) submitted via FAA/ICAO systems, aggregated over 12+ months of historical data
SIGMET / AIRMET — Significant Meteorological Information bulletins from NOAA Aviation Weather Center
EDR data — Eddy Dissipation Rate measurements from commercial aircraft (ADS-B derived turbulence intensity)
Seasonal patterns — 5-year rolling averages of turbulence frequency and intensity by month for this route

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