Travelling from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ): what you need to know
The timezone in Sharjah is UTC+4, which is eight hours ahead of Washington DC.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to board your IAD to SHJ flight.
Flying during a peak month like April? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Washington Dulles International Airport to Sharjah International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between IAD and SHJ:
Hamad International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
Rs111,176 is the lowest price for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Sharjah International Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs232,486. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from IAD to SHJ if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Sharjah International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across every month and land a great deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from IAD to SHJ by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Sharjah International Airport.
Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Of the flights that depart from Washington Dulles International Airport, 74.39% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Washington Dulles International Airport from central Washington DC, it takes around 50 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes about 3 hours 25 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near IAD? If you're boarding an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Sharjah International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SHJ if you're catching a late Washington Dulles International Airport to Sharjah International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Follow your own route with a Sharjah International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, drivus or Keddy By Europcar and chase adventure across Sharjah and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Sharjah International Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to central Sharjah
From Sharjah International Airport, Sharjah is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Sharjah International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Sharjah. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Sharjah International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Sharjah during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 29ºC and 41ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 15ºC and 24ºC. Look for cheap tickets from IAD to SHJ around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Dubai is just one of the many cities in United Arab Emirates waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Sharjah. Around 23 kilometres away to the south-west, its top attractions include Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism.
Around 145 kilometres south-west of Sharjah, Abu Dhabi is another essential stop in United Arab Emirates. Experience major highlights starting with Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.