Flying from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ): what you need to know
Dubai and Sharjah are both in the UTC+4 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your DXB to SHJ flight.
During popular months like January, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dubai Airport to Sharjah International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between DXB and SHJ:
Hamad International Airport
Muscat International Airport
Bahrain International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
AED 816 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Dubai Airport to Sharjah International Airport flight. Return flights start at AED 1,738. These prices may change depending on availability.
It's a good idea to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from DXB to SHJ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport to Sharjah International Airport across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Finding cheap flights from DXB to SHJ is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Dubai Airport to Sharjah International Airport.
Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
74.31% of flights taking off from Dubai Airport make it to their destination on time.
To get to Dubai Airport from central Dubai, it'll take about 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 14 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
The trip on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to DXB? If you've booked an early flight from Dubai Airport to Sharjah International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
If you're arriving on a late Dubai Airport to Sharjah International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near SHJ:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Sharjah International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, drivus or Keddy By Europcar to explore Sharjah and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Sharjah International Airport around four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to central Sharjah
From Sharjah International Airport, Sharjah is approximately 11 kilometers away. It takes around 10 minutes to drive to the center.
When to fly to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
August is the busiest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Sharjah International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Sharjah in April.
Book your flight from Dubai Airport to Sharjah International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Sharjah during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 29ºC (84ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DXB to SHJ in January. Temperatures average between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) then.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Dubai is just one of the many places in United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Sharjah. Around 23 kilometers away to the south-west, its best attractions include Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism.
Around 145 kilometers south-west of Sharjah, Abu Dhabi is another favorite stop in United Arab Emirates. Start your sightseeing at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.
