Sharjah Airport
General information
Sharjah Airport is the third largest airport in the United Arab Emirates, after Dubai International Airport and Abu Dhabi International Airport. The airport is home to Air Arabia, one of the four major airlines in the United Arab Emirates, along with Emirates, Etihad Airways and flydubai. Sharjah Airport is close to Dubai, the distance between Sharjah Airport and Dubai International Airport is only 25 kilometres / 15.5 miles.
Location
Where is Sharjah Airport situated?
The airport is located east of Sharjah and south of Ajman. Sharjah and Ajman are two of the seven emirates. By car you can reach the airport via the E88 motorway.
How many terminals does Sharjah Airport have?
Sharjah Airport has one runway and one terminal. The terminal is easy to navigate and the walking distances are short, Departures can be found in the middle of the terminal and Arrivals on the left.
Airport Map
Nearby airports
A good alternative for flying to or from Sharjah Airport are the following airports, sorted by distance from the airport. You can also take a look at the complete list of airports in United Arab Emirates.
| Airport | Distance |
|---|---|
| Dubai International Airport | 17km |
| Al Maktoum International Airport | 61km |
| Abu Dhabi International Airport | 131km |
Transportation
Car
The distance from Sharjah Airport to the centre of Sharjah is 15 kilometres. By car, it takes 25 minutes to get to the centre of Sharjah.
From SHJ Airport to Sharjah City centre by Car
Public transport
It is possible to travel to and from Sharjah Airport by public transport. Visit the Sharjah Airport transportation page for the possibilities.
Taxi transfer
A taxi is the quickest and most comfortable way to get to and from Sharjah Airport. The price for a taxi ride from the airport to the centre of Sharjah is about AED 60.-. Book your taxi at Sharjah Airport and discover the comfort of pre-booked taxis.
From SHJ Airport to Sharjah City centre by Taxi
Car rental
At Sharjah Airport you can rent a car from car rental companies Hertz, Budget, Sixt, Europcar, Dollar (The Hertz Corporation), Avis, Thrifty (The Hertz Corporation) and local providers. It is most convenient to find and book a car well in advance. By doing so, you can save money and time at the airport.
Airport parking
Sharjah Airport offers various official parking options, from premium to low cost. In addition, alternative parking options are available near the airport. If you want to park as cheaply as possible, it's wise to book online!
At the airport
Do you want more information about facilities, currency exchange, services, free Wi-Fi, lounges, etc. at Sharjah Airport? Check our at the airport page for a complete overview of all facilities and services at Sharjah Airport.
Flights
Departures and arrivals
Looking for departure times and/or arrival times? Find the latest flight status information for flights departing from and arriving at Sharjah Airport.
Flight tickets
Looking for a cheap flight? Use our flight search engine to find and book cheap flights from and to the airport.
Which airlines fly from and to Sharjah Airport?
We offer you a list of airlines at Sharjah Airport. The main airlines at the airport are:
- Air Arabia
- Air India
- IndiGo
- EgyptAir
- Pegasus Airlines
Accommodations
Hotels near the airport
Looking for the best hotels near Sharjah Airport? We have selected the best hotels near the airport in different price ranges. Take a look at our accommodations page for more information.
Hotels in Sharjah
Looking for the best hotels in Sharjah? We have selected the best hotels in the city in different price ranges. Take a look at our accommodations page for more information.
Things to do
It is possible to book tickets, activities and tours in the city and near Sharjah Airport. You can avoid queues and save money by buying your tickets online. Planning a trip and wondering what to do, we give you some inspiration!
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