Flying from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Sydney is seven hours ahead of Sharjah and is in the UTC+11 timezone.
To ensure you get on your SHJ to SYD flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak month like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sharjah International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SHJ and SYD:
Hamad International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Currently, R 6,732 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sharjah International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 14,388. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SHJ to SYD if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Sharjah International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sharjah International Airport, 76.09% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Sharjah International Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Sharjah. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Booked an early flight from Sharjah International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to SHJ:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
If you're coming in on a late Sharjah International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these options near SYD:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or Yes Drive and explore beyond Sydney's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your ride from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport around two weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to the centre of Sydney has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
April is the most popular month for flights from Sharjah International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Sydney in April.
Book your flight from Sharjah International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport for January if you'd like to visit Sydney during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SHJ to SYD sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
Sydney has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Australia just waiting to be explored. About 241 kilometres south-west of Sydney, a trip to Canberra will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
If you want to check out another major stop in Australia, consider Newcastle, roughly 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney. Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach are among its highlights.