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Sharjah - The Smiling Emirate

Sharjah is the third-most populous city in the United Arab Emirates, it is the only emirate that overlooks the coastline on the Persian Gulf to the west and the Gulf of Oman to the East and covers an area of 235 km² with a population of 1.5 million. 

Sharjah is doing more than anywhere else in the United Arab emirates to preserve its heritage as it mainly revolves around the religion of Islam and traditional Arab culture which makes it the center of culture and industry of the Emirates. Therefore, UNESCO declared the city as the cultural and the Islamic capital of the UAE in 1998. It is also home to some of the best museums, art galleries, wildlife experiences, light festivals and dancing fountains.

If you want to book your flight to Sharjah but still wondering what is the best time to visit the city, Almosafer will help you to know more about the city weather to choose a proper date for your flight.

- The summer months that go from May to September are distinguished for the extremely hot weather, the temperature reaching in excess of 45°C with high humidity. Accordingly, in this season you will find the cheapest hotel deals and Sharjah flights. However, in winter that starts from November to March, the weather is relatively cooler and evenings are pleasant and the temperatures drop to an average of 11°C which makes it a good time to explore the city.

Sharjah airport

Name	Sharjah International Airport (IATA: SHJ, ICAO: OMSJ)
Location	13 km east southeast of Sharjah
Number of terminals	one terminal
Top airlines fly to Sharjah	Air Arabia, Air India Express, IndiGo, Air India, Airblue, EgyptAir, Pegasus Airlines, SalamAir, Turkish Airlines, Jet Airways.

Facilities of Sharjah airport

Sharjah International Airport is the main airport serving the city, which is located 13 km east southeast of Sharjah. It consists of one large terminal with an area of 125,000 m2 that can handle 11 million passengers. It provides superb services for passengers, such as prayer areas, free WiFi, food courts, postal services, ATMs, money exchanges, luggage trolleys, a medical clinic, a business center, a pharmacy, a mosque, smoking rooms, travel agencies, baby care facilities, kids play area and lost & found services.

When it comes to shopping and food, the airport offers many retail stores along with Dufry duty-free shops that sell a range of goods at a low price. Besides, you will find a lot of choices of popular fast food outlets that serve everything from breakfast to dinner.

Additionally, while you are waiting for your flight, you can take some time out to relax and refuel at the airport lounge, which is equipped with luxury amenities, such as air conditioning, beverages, disabled access, fax, flight information monitor, newspapers, shower facilities, telephone, television, and WiFi

Getting to/from Sharjah airport

Sharjah airport offers the passengers easy options to get downtown. You can pick a bus from outside the terminal which runs every 15 minutes or take a taxi from the taxi stands outside the arrivals area or you can simply rent a car. 

Exciting places to explore Sharjah

Sharjah is a multi-destination in one that provides many things to do to its visitors, as you can have relaxing moments at one of the beaches, explore the heritage sites, roam in the amazing souks or have a picnic in the gorgeous parks. You may also visit a lot of interesting places, such as Blue Souk, Sharjah Arts Museum, Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization, Sharjah Heritage Area, Sharjah Fort, Central Market, Al Noor Island, Sharjah Aquarium & Maritime Museum, Sharjah Science Museum, Al Majaz Waterfront, and Al Noor Mosque.

When it comes to shopping, the city has a lot of shopping malls, stores, and markets which gives you the best shopping experience, such as Sharjah City Centre, Sahara Center, Al Shaab Village, Mega Mall, Central Market (Blue Souk), Al Zahra Shopping Centre and Souk Al Arsah. Besides, Sharjah offers different restaurants serving Arabic, Indian, Asian and International cuisines.

Where to stay in Sharjah

There are various beautiful and modern hotels in Sharjah that simply do not require any advertising from budget hotels to luxurious resorts. If you would like to lodge in hotels near the airport, try Centro Sharjah - by Rotana or Sharjah International Airport Hotel or Hilton Sharjah. However, if you want to lodge in hotels near the heart of the city, you can choose Nejoum Al Emarat, Swiss-Belhotel Sharjah or Aldar Hotel.

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FAQs about flights to Sharjah

Q- What is Hala Service at Sharjah airport?

       A- Hala is a meet and assist service at the airport that helps with your baggage and fast-track you through all the formalities. It also provides lounges at the airport. 

Q- How much does a Sharjah visa cost?

       A- The average cost of the Multi-Entry (90 Days visa) is 1655AED, the tourist visa (30 days visa) cost is 335AED and the 14 days visa costs 435AED.

Q- Do airlines have flatbeds for sleeping? 

       A- Of course, you can book a business class airline with fully-flat beds.

Q- What are the biggest shopping malls in Sharjah?

       A- Sahara Center, Mega Mall, and Ansar Mall are some of the biggest malls in Sharjah.

Q- What are the best hotels near Sharjah International Airport?

       A- The most popular hotels near Sharjah International Airport are Centro Sharjah - by Rotana, Sharjah International Airport Hotel and Hilton Sharjah.

Q-Which airlines fly to Sharjah?

       A- Almosafer gives you the cheapest flights for hundreds of airlines, such as Airblue, EgyptAir, Pegasus Airlines, SalamAir, Turkish Airlines and Jet Airways.

Q- How close is Sharjah airport to central Sharjah?

       A- Sharjah Airport is 7 miles away from the center of Sharjah.

Q- What restaurants and cafés can I find inside Sharjah International Airport?

       A- There are plenty of restaurants and cafés inside the airport, such as McDonald’s, Costa Coffee, London Dairy, On The Wood, Dunkin Donuts and Mumbai Spices.