Travelling from Sharjah Airport (SHJ) to Cape Town Airport (CPT): what you need to know
The timezone in Cape Town is UTC+2, which is two hours behind Sharjah.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your SHJ to CPT flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sharjah Airport to Cape Town Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SHJ and CPT:
Istanbul Airport
Hamad International Airport
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharjah Airport (SHJ) to Cape Town Airport (CPT)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sharjah Airport to Cape Town Airport flight is Rs142,105. A return plane ticket is currently Rs205,573. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from SHJ to CPT, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sharjah Airport to Cape Town Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from SHJ to CPT by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Sharjah Airport to Cape Town Airport.
Handy information about Sharjah Airport (SHJ)
76% of flights that leave from Sharjah Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Sharjah Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Sharjah. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport will take about 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Sharjah Airport to Cape Town Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to SHJ:
Arriving at Cape Town Airport (CPT)
If you're landing on a late Sharjah Airport to Cape Town Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near CPT:
Hit the road running by picking up a Cape Town Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Rental and explore beyond Cape Town's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Cape Town Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Cape Town Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
Cape Town Airport to central Cape Town has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Cape Town Airport (CPT)
November is the most popular month for flights from Sharjah Airport to Cape Town Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Cape Town in March.
Lock in your flight from Sharjah Airport to Cape Town Airport for February if you want to visit Cape Town during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 30ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SHJ to CPT in July. Average temperatures are between 6ºC and 18ºC then.
Explore more of South Africa
Cape Town has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of South Africa waiting to be discovered. Around 56 kilometres north-east of Cape Town, a visit to Paarl will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Zandwijk Wines, Paarl Mountain Nature Reserve and Landskroon Wines.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in South Africa, consider Worcester, about 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. Karoo Desert Garden, Kleinplasie Living Open Air Museum and Beck House Museum are key reasons to visit.