Flying from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Almaty Airport to Sharjah International Airport is 4 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Sharjah is UTC+4, which is two hours behind Almaty.
Choose from 12 weekly Almaty Airport to Sharjah International Airport flights. The 04:00 departure with Air Arabia is the earliest flight you can take. Air Arabia operates the latest service of the day at 16:00.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your ALA to SHJ flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Air Arabia is your gateway to discovering Sharjah (and maybe even some other great parts of United Arab Emirates!). Check out the direct flights from Almaty Airport to Sharjah International Airport offered by this airline.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Air Arabia.
Air Arabia leads the way as the most punctual carrier for ALA to SHJ flights, with 87.8% of its services arriving as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Almaty Airport to Sharjah International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between ALA and SHJ:
Hamad International Airport
Tashkent International Airport
Muscat International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
Right now, R 1,441 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Almaty Airport to Sharjah International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 2,750. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ALA to SHJ if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
Organise your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Almaty Airport to Sharjah International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Almaty Airport to Sharjah International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Almaty Airport (ALA)
61.23% of flights leaving from Almaty Airport reach their destination on time.
To get to Almaty Airport from central Almaty, it'll take about 35 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a convenient hotel near ALA? If you're catching an early flight from Almaty Airport to Sharjah International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SHJ if you're taking a late Almaty Airport to Sharjah International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Sharjah International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, drivus or Keddy By Europcar and find adventure across Sharjah and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Sharjah International Airport about four weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to central Sharjah
Sharjah International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Sharjah. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
When to fly to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
The quietest month for a flight from Almaty Airport to Sharjah International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Sharjah based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Sharjah is July, with the temperature ranging between 29ºC (84ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF). Lock in your flights from Almaty Airport to Sharjah International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ALA to SHJ in January. Average temperatures are between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) then.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
You've seen Sharjah, now it's time to explore other parts of United Arab Emirates. Journey about 23 kilometres south-west to Dubai to check off its top attractions. From Burj Khalifa to The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism, your itinerary will be busy.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in United Arab Emirates, consider Abu Dhabi, roughly 145 kilometres south-west of Sharjah. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan are highlights.