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      Compare Sharjah to Istanbul flight deals

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      Flight deals from Sharjah to Istanbul

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sharjah Airport to Istanbul Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 5,429. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Istanbul.R 2,352 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Aug.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound direct flight with Air Arabia departs from Sharjah on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,352, select.
      Istanbul.R 2,417 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound direct flight with Air Arabia departs from Sharjah on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,417, select.
      Istanbul.R 2,417 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound direct flight with Air Arabia departs from Sharjah on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,417, select.
      Istanbul.R 2,417 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Oct.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound direct flight with Air Arabia departs from Sharjah on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,417, select.
      Istanbul.R 2,738 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Jan.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound direct flight with Air Arabia departs from Sharjah on Wed, 13 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,738, select.
      Istanbul.R 2,760 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Dec.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound direct flight with Air Arabia departs from Sharjah on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,760, select.
      Istanbul.R 2,818 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Feb.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound direct flight with Air Arabia departs from Sharjah on Tue, 9 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,818, select.
      Istanbul.R 2,921 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Mar.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound direct flight with Air Arabia departs from Sharjah on Fri, 26 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,921, select.
      Istanbul.R 5,117 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Apr.One-way flight with Royal Jordanian.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Jordanian, departs from Sharjah on Tue, 6 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,117, select.
      Istanbul.R 6,552 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Jun.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Sharjah on Mon, 21 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,552, select.
      Istanbul.R 8,384 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Jul.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Sharjah on Sat, 10 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,384, select.
      Istanbul.R 10,533 per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 May.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Sharjah on Sat, 29 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,533, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Sharjah to Istanbul

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sharjah to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in August.
      Aug
      from R 2,352
      Sep
      from R 2,417
      Oct
      from R 2,417
      Nov
      from R 2,417
      Dec
      from R 2,760
      Jan
      from R 2,738
      Feb
      from R 2,818
      Mar
      from R 2,921
      Apr
      from R 5,117
      May
      from R 10,533
      Jun
      from R 6,552
      Jul
      from R 8,384

      Direct flights from Sharjah to Istanbul

      Air Arabia

      Sharjah to Istanbul: Alternative routes

      Compare routes from Sharjah to Istanbul below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Istanbul.

      Istanbul Sabiha

      30km from central Istanbul
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      Istanbul

      34km from central Istanbul
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      Sharjah to Istanbul: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundR 2,352
      Cheapest month to flyAugust
      Average flight time4 hrs, 58 mins
      Most popular airlineAir Arabia
      Average flights per week9

      Finding cheap flights from Sharjah to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Sharjah to Istanbul is R 5,108. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
      4 hours and 58 minutes is the average flight time from Sharjah to Istanbul.
      Air Arabia flies direct from Sharjah to Istanbul.
      As of August 2026, there are 9 flights per week flying from Sharjah to Istanbul.
      The cheapest month to fly from Sharjah to Istanbul is usually December.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sharjah Airport to Istanbul Airport on Tuesday, 8 December 2026.
      Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 58 minutes.
      We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

      We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

      Currently, Royal Jordanian and Air Arabia offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

      Flying from Sharjah Airport (SHJ) to Istanbul Airport (IST): what you need to know

      • Take a direct flight from Sharjah Airport to Istanbul Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours.

      • Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, making Istanbul one hour behind Sharjah.

      • You can choose from ten weekly Sharjah Airport to Istanbul Airport flights. The 09:25 departure with Air Arabia is the earliest available. Air Arabia operates the last service of the day at 13:50.

      • To ensure you get on your SHJ to IST flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

      • You can expect bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.

      • Air Arabia is your ticket to exploring Istanbul (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Browse the direct flights from Sharjah Airport to Istanbul Airport offered by this popular airline.

      • The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Air Arabia.

      • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sharjah Airport to Istanbul Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between SHJ and IST:

        • Kuwait Airport

        • Amman Queen Alia Airport

        • Bahrain Airport

      How to find the cheapest flights from Sharjah Airport (SHJ) to Istanbul Airport (IST)

      • R 2,352 is currently the best price for a one-way Sharjah Airport to Istanbul Airport flight. Return flights start at R 5,108. These prices may change based on availability.

      • To score cheap tickets from SHJ to IST, reserve your trip six months before your departure.

      • November is the cheapest month for flights from Sharjah Airport to Istanbul Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

      • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from SHJ to IST by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

      • Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Sharjah Airport to Istanbul Airport.

      Handy information about Sharjah Airport (SHJ)

      • 76% of flights taking off from Sharjah Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

      • Central Sharjah to Sharjah Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.

      • The journey on public transport will take about 40 minutes.

      • Catching an early flight from Sharjah Airport to Istanbul Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near SHJ:

      Arriving at Istanbul Airport (IST)

      When to fly to Istanbul Airport (IST)

      • The quietest month for a flight from Sharjah Airport to Istanbul Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Istanbul based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

      • The warmest month in Istanbul is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Sharjah Airport to Istanbul Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

      • January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SHJ to IST around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

      Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

      • Istanbul is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored. Around 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.

      • Izmir is another well-known destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No journey is complete without seeing Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.

      Plan the rest of your trip from Sharjah to Istanbul

      Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.