Flying from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
London is four hours behind Sharjah and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
To ensure you get on your SHJ to LHR flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sharjah International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between SHJ and LHR include:
Kuwait International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
R 3,046 is the best price for a one-way Sharjah International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Return flights start at R 7,717. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SHJ to LHR if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sharjah International Airport to London Heathrow Airport across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from SHJ to LHR.
Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Sharjah International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
Of all flights leaving Sharjah International Airport, 76.09% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Sharjah to Sharjah International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Need a convenient hotel near SHJ? If you're catching an early flight from Sharjah International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Sharjah International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion to explore London and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from London Heathrow Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
London Heathrow Airport to central London has a drive time of about 55 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The quietest month for a flight from Sharjah International Airport to London Heathrow Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to London based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Sharjah International Airport to London Heathrow Airport for July if you want to explore London during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SHJ to LHR in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
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