Travelling from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ): what you need to know
Abu Dhabi and Sharjah are in the UTC+4 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
To ensure you catch your AUH to SHJ flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time like February? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Sharjah International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between AUH and SHJ include:
Hamad International Airport
Bahrain International Airport
Muscat International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
Right now, R 1,843 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Abu Dhabi International Airport to Sharjah International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 4,693. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from AUH to SHJ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Sharjah International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across the month and snap up a great deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from AUH to SHJ by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Sharjah International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Abu Dhabi International Airport, 78.54% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Abu Dhabi International Airport from central Abu Dhabi, it takes about 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near AUH? If you're catching an early flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Sharjah International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
Reserve a hotel near SHJ if you have a late Abu Dhabi International Airport to Sharjah International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Explore without limits with a Sharjah International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, drivus or Keddy By Europcar and discover more of Sharjah and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Sharjah International Airport around four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to central Sharjah
Sharjah International Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from the centre of Sharjah. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
When to fly to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
August is the busiest month for flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Sharjah International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Sharjah in April.
When booking your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Sharjah International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Sharjah, with the temperature ranging from 29ºC (84ºF) to 41ºC (106ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Look for cheap tickets from AUH to SHJ around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Sharjah is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of United Arab Emirates you'll want to see. Around 23 kilometres south-west of Sharjah, a visit to Dubai will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism.
Around 145 kilometres south-west of Sharjah, Abu Dhabi is another favourite stop in United Arab Emirates. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.