Travelling from Phuket Airport (HKT) to Sharjah Airport (SHJ): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Phuket Airport to Sharjah Airport is 6 hours 40 minutes.
Sharjah's timezone is UTC+4, which makes Sharjah three hours behind Phuket.
Flights from HKT to SHJ start at 08:45 — the earliest with Air Arabia. The last departure is at 18:55 with Air Arabia. Overall, you can choose from 21 weekly Phuket Airport to Sharjah Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your HKT to SHJ flight.
During popular months like January, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Air Arabia has direct flights from Phuket Airport to Sharjah Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Sharjah — and maybe even more of the United Arab Emirates if time allows.
Air Arabia tops the list for bookings on this route.
Air Arabia is the most punctual carrier offering HKT to SHJ flights, with 76.72% of its services arriving as planned.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Phuket Airport to Sharjah Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between HKT and SHJ include:
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Mumbai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Phuket Airport (HKT) to Sharjah Airport (SHJ)
R 4,346 is the best price for a one-way Phuket Airport to Sharjah Airport flight. Return flights start at R 7,838. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Book seven months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from HKT to SHJ.
Plan your trip for December. That's the cheapest month for flights from Phuket Airport to Sharjah Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Handy information about Phuket Airport (HKT)
73% of flights taking off from Phuket Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Phuket to Phuket Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 20 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Phuket Airport to Sharjah Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to HKT:
Arriving at Sharjah Airport (SHJ)
If you have a late Phuket Airport to Sharjah Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near SHJ:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Sharjah Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, drivus or Keddy By Europcar and explore beyond Sharjah's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Sharjah Airport around four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Sharjah Airport (SHJ) to central Sharjah
Sharjah Airport to the centre of Sharjah has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Sharjah Airport (SHJ)
August is the busiest month for flights from Phuket Airport to Sharjah Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Sharjah in March.
When booking your flight from Phuket Airport to Sharjah Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Sharjah, with temperatures ranging from 29ºC (84ºF) to 41ºC (106ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from HKT to SHJ in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Dubai is just one of the many cities in the United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Sharjah. Around 23 kilometres away to the south-west, popular attractions include Burj Khalifa, Dubai Opera and Dubai Gold Souk.
If you're looking to explore another corner of the United Arab Emirates, consider Abu Dhabi, roughly 145 kilometres south-west of Sharjah. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace are key reasons to visit.