Travelling from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Sharjah International Airport is 2 hours 5 minutes.
Sharjah is 30 minutes ahead of Tehran and observes the UTC+4 timezone.
You can choose from 15 weekly Imam Khomeini International Airport to Sharjah International Airport flights. The 11:25 departure with Air Arabia is the earliest flight you can take. Air Arabia operates the latest service of the day at 15:45.
To ensure you get on your IKA to SHJ flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Air Arabia is your ticket to exploring Sharjah (and perhaps some other great corners of United Arab Emirates!). Check out the direct flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Sharjah International Airport offered by this carrier.
Most passengers choose to travel with Air Arabia on this route.
With a dependable 82.76% of services arriving on schedule, Air Arabia is the most punctual carrier operating IKA to SHJ flights.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Sharjah International Airport. These are the top stopovers between IKA and SHJ:
Hamad International Airport
Kuwait International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Imam Khomeini International Airport to Sharjah International Airport flight is Rs21,156. A return plane ticket is currently Rs49,631. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from IKA to SHJ, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The cheapest month for flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Sharjah International Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Imam Khomeini International Airport, 69.19% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Imam Khomeini International Airport from central Tehran, it takes around 1 hour if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
If you're catching an early flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Sharjah International Airport, why not stay close by? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra sleep) at Remis Hotel. Rexan Hotel is another handy accommodation option near IKA.
Arriving at Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
If you're getting in on a late Imam Khomeini International Airport to Sharjah International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near SHJ:
Grab a Sharjah International Airport rental car and explore Sharjah and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, drivus and Keddy By Europcar are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Sharjah International Airport around four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to central Sharjah
Sharjah International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Sharjah. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
When to fly to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
The quietest month for a flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Sharjah International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Sharjah based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Sharjah International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Sharjah, with temperatures ranging from 29ºC to 41ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from IKA to SHJ in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 15ºC and 24ºC on average.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Dubai is just one of the many cities in United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Sharjah. Around 23 kilometres away to the south-west, check out popular attractions including Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism.
Abu Dhabi is another favourite destination in United Arab Emirates and is around 145 kilometres south-west of Sharjah. No trip is complete without dropping by Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.