Travelling from Dubai to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ): what you need to know
All good adventures start from Dubai's main airport, Dubai Airport (DXB). Explore your options for reserving a flight from Dubai to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) leaving from this terminal.
Sharjah (where Sharjah International Airport is located) and Dubai share the UTC+4 timezone. Same timezone means no confusion when scheduling your trip.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Dubai to SHJ.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Get a head start by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
DXB is approximately 14 kilometres from central Dubai. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will give you the fastest route and available public transport options.
After a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Dubai Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Dubai to Sharjah International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
On public transport, you can travel from central Dubai to DWC in around 2 hours and 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 45 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Dubai to SHJ, unwind in one of these hotels close to Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport:
About Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Dubai to Sharjah International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near SHJ:
Getting from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to central Sharjah
From Sharjah International Airport, Sharjah is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 11 minutes to reach the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
Lock in a one-way ticket from Dubai to Sharjah International Airport from 196 € or travel return from just 328 €. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
To score cheap tickets from Dubai to SHJ, book ahead. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare the prices of tickets from Dubai to Sharjah International Airport across the entire month. We've made the lowest fares green, so you can easily choose a flight within your budget.
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The best time to fly from Dubai to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
August is the busiest month for flights from Dubai to Sharjah International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Sharjah in April when it's quieter.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Sharjah. July is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Dubai to SHJ during then and you can expect temperatures of between 29ºC and 41ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Dubai to Sharjah International Airport in January when temperatures average between 15ºC and 24ºC.
More about Sharjah
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Sharjah right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Dubai to Sharjah International Airport:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Sharjah is to explore its most popular sights. Some highlights include Petrofac, Etisalat and Al Montazah Park.
Complete your Sharjah trip with a car rental
After you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Dubai to Sharjah International Airport, your next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Sharjah. Check out the offers and easily compare options on price, fuel policies, and more.
