Flying from Vancouver to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ): What you need to know
Planning your flight from Vancouver to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) begins with finding the most convenient airport to take off from. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are your main options in Vancouver.
Sharjah International Airport is located in Sharjah. The city is in the UTC+4 timezone and is 11 hours ahead of Vancouver.
To ensure you catch your flight from Vancouver to SHJ, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The journey from central Vancouver to YVR takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Vancouver International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Vancouver to Sharjah International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just what you're after:
71.77% of flights leaving from Vancouver International Airport land at their destination on time.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
You can get to CXH from central Vancouver in approximately 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 15 minutes to travel the 2 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Vancouver to SHJ flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport:
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
The journey time to YXX from the centre of Vancouver is around 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Vancouver to Sharjah International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels near Abbotsford Airport and get to your gate feeling relaxed and unhurried:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights arrive at their destinations without delays. At YXX, that rate is 67.97%.
About Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
Reserve a hotel near SHJ if you're catching a late flight from Vancouver to Sharjah International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and say goodnight sooner:
Pick up a Sharjah International Airport rental car and explore Sharjah and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, drivus and Keddy By Europcar are top providers to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Vancouver to Sharjah International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
At the moment, Rs94,523 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Sharjah International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs269,132. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Vancouver to SHJ, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Affordable Vancouver to Sharjah International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
April is the quietest month for flights from Vancouver to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ), while August is the most popular. Work out the best time to go to Sharjah based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Vancouver to SHJ flight ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Sharjah, with temperatures ranging from 29ºC to 41ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Sharjah International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC and 24ºC.
More about Sharjah
Start your Sharjah trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Sharjah International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. Al Montazah Park, Al majaz waterfront and Al Majaz Water Fountain are leading attractions which should be on any good Sharjah itinerary.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Abu Dhabi is just one of the many places in the United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered once you've seen Sharjah. Around 153 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Emirates Palace, Dubai.
Muzayri` is another well-known destination in the United Arab Emirates and is around 306 kilometres south-west of Sharjah. No trip is complete without seeing Liwa Square, Liwa garden and Palace Liwa.
