Flying from Sphinx International Airport (SPX) to Sharjah Airport (SHJ): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Sphinx International Airport to Sharjah Airport is 3 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Sharjah is UTC+4, which is two hours ahead of Giza.
To ensure you catch your SPX to SHJ flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as September, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Travelling to Sharjah (and then seeing more of the United Arab Emirates!) is easy with Air Arabia. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Sphinx International Airport to Sharjah Airport.
Most passengers choose to travel with Air Arabia on this route.
Among carriers operating SPX to SHJ flights, Air Arabia has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
Pick a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from Sphinx International Airport to Sharjah Airport. Istanbul Sabiha Airport is a top stopover on the SPX to SHJ route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sphinx International Airport (SPX) to Sharjah Airport (SHJ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Sphinx International Airport to Sharjah Airport flight is R 2,603. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 5,407. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SPX to SHJ if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Sphinx International Airport to Sharjah Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from SPX to SHJ.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sphinx International Airport to Sharjah Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Sphinx International Airport (SPX)
72% of flights departing from Sphinx International Airport land at their destination on time.
Sphinx International Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Giza. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get your flight from Sphinx International Airport to Sharjah Airport off to an easy start. Just a quick ride from SPX, book a night at Prime Select West Sodic and you'll be well-rested for the trip ahead.
Arriving at Sharjah Airport (SHJ)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Sphinx International Airport to Sharjah Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SHJ instead:
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.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Sharjah Airport around four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Sharjah Airport (SHJ) to central Sharjah
Sharjah Airport to the centre of Sharjah has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Sharjah Airport (SHJ)
The quietest month for a flight from Sphinx International Airport to Sharjah Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Sharjah based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Sphinx International Airport to Sharjah Airport for July if you want to go to Sharjah during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 29ºC (84ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SPX 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
You've done Sharjah, now it's time to explore more of the United Arab Emirates. Travel around 23 kilometres south-west to Dubai to check off its top attractions. From Burj Khalifa to Dubai Opera and Dubai Gold Souk, your itinerary will be busy.
If you want to check out 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.
