Travelling from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Sharjah International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is 4 hours 50 minutes.
Istanbul is one hour behind Sharjah and observes the UTC+3 timezone.
Every week, there are 34 Sharjah International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flights. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, pick the 03:00 AJet flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 20:50 with Air Arabia.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SHJ to SAW flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You'll find a range of airlines offering direct flights from Sharjah International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. When you're ready to start your Istanbul holiday, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see corner of Türkiye (Turkey):
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Air Arabia.
With a reliable 83.33% of services arriving on schedule, Air Arabia is the most punctual carrier for SHJ to SAW flights.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sharjah International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between SHJ and SAW include:
Kuwait International Airport
Cairo International Airport
Tbilisi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Sharjah International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight is R 748. A round-trip fare right now is R 1,823. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from SHJ to SAW, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Organise your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Sharjah International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Handy information about Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sharjah International Airport, data shows 76.09% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Sharjah International Airport from central Sharjah, it takes around 10 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching an early flight from Sharjah International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near SHJ:
Arriving at Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Book a hotel close to SAW if you're taking a late Sharjah International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car and explore Istanbul and beyond with your own set of wheels. Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent are popular outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport around four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to central Istanbul
From Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 55 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The quietest month for a flight from Sharjah International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Istanbul based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Sharjah International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SHJ to SAW sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Türkiye (Turkey), consider Izmir, about 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square are among its highlights.