Flying from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 4 hours 20 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Sharjah International Airport to Istanbul.
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3. The city is one hour behind Sharjah, where Sharjah International Airport is located.
With 18 flights a week between the two airports, Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is the busiest route. AJet operates the earliest flight at 03:40. If you're eager to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest departure from SHJ to SAW is with Air Arabia at 20:50.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your SHJ to Istanbul flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Begin your trip at SHJ and fly straight to Istanbul Airport (IST). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Sharjah International Airport to Istanbul tickets.
You'll find a good selection of carriers that operate direct flights from Sharjah International Airport to Istanbul, including:
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from SHJ to Istanbul with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. The most sought-after stopovers include:
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SHJ is about 10 kilometres from central Sharjah. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
In search of a hotel near SHJ? If you've booked an early flight from Sharjah International Airport to Istanbul, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
76% of flights that depart Sharjah International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Istanbul
Rs35,227 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sharjah International Airport to Istanbul flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is Rs72,256. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
To snag cheap flights from SHJ to Istanbul, book your trip six months ahead of your departure date.
The best month for scoring cheap Sharjah International Airport to Istanbul tickets is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Istanbul Airport (IST) is around 40 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 45 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes to get there by public transport.
Think about booking a hotel close to IST if you're coming in on a late flight from Sharjah International Airport to Istanbul. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from SHJ to Istanbul.
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
After your flight from Sharjah International Airport to Istanbul has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 40 minutes or so.
After stepping off your SHJ to Istanbul flight, unwind at a hotel close to SAW. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from SAW four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
August is the most popular month for flights from Sharjah International Airport to Istanbul. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Istanbul in February.
The warmest month in Istanbul is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 30ºC. Book your Sharjah International Airport to Istanbul plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SHJ to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Sharjah International Airport to Istanbul, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Historic Areas of Istanbul, Hagia Sophia Museum and Hagia Sophia History Museum are major attractions which should be on every Istanbul itinerary.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) just waiting to be explored. Around 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
Around 322 kilometres southwest of Istanbul, Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.
