Travelling from New York to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ): what you need to know
When searching for a flight from New York to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ), there's a good selection of airports to depart from. Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are among New York's main options.
Sharjah International Airport is located in Sharjah. The city operates in the UTC+4 timezone and is 8 hours ahead of New York.
To ensure you catch your flight from New York to SHJ, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're getting away during a popular month like August, be at the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Security lines will be longer during high seasons like spring break and summer.
Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
We make it easy to plan a flight from New York to SHJ that includes a stopover. To see your options departing from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Top stopovers between EWR and SHJ include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
The distance from central New York to EWR is roughly 24 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether you prefer to drive or use public transport.
Booked an early flight from New York to Sharjah International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Newark Liberty International Airport:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from New York to Sharjah International Airport. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you'd like to do, check out these options between John F. Kennedy International Airport and SHJ:
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
With public transport, you can travel from central New York to JFK in around 1 hour and 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 48 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from New York to SHJ, kick back in one of these hotels close to John F. Kennedy International Airport:
About Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SHJ if you have a late flight from New York to Sharjah International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to central Sharjah
Sharjah International Airport to the centre of Sharjah is about 11 minutes in a car. It's approximately 11 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
Pick up a one-way ticket from New York to Sharjah International Airport from Rs89,402 or travel return from just Rs209,698. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from New York to SHJ if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from New York to Sharjah International Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Create a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll be the first to know when prices fall. The right timing can be the key to finding cheap tickets from New York to SHJ.
Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from New York to Sharjah International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
The best time to fly from New York to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
August is the most popular month to board a flight from New York to Sharjah International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Sharjah, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Book your flight from New York to SHJ for July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Sharjah to range from 29ºC to 41ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 15ºC and 24ºC. Search for cheap flights from New York to Sharjah International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Sharjah
Once you've booked your flight from New York to Sharjah International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sharjah:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Petrofac, Etisalat and Al Montazah Park are popular attractions which should be on every Sharjah itinerary.
Complete your Sharjah trip with a car rental
Grab the keys to one of our car rentals in Sharjah and explore on your own terms. Easily compare rates from trusted rental companies in one go after booking your hotel and cheap flights from New York to Sharjah International Airport.
