Travelling from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ): what you need to know
The timezone in Sharjah is UTC+4, which is one hour ahead of Ankara.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your ESB to SHJ flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Esenboga International Airport to Sharjah International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between ESB and SHJ:
Hamad International Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
77 € is currently the best price for a one-way Esenboga International Airport to Sharjah International Airport flight. Return flights start from 171 €. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ESB to SHJ if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when looking for your flight from Esenboga International Airport to Sharjah International Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from ESB to SHJ by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Esenboga International Airport to Sharjah International Airport.
Handy information about Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
78.41% of flights that take off from Esenboga International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To reach Esenboga International Airport from central Ankara, it'll take around 35 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport will take about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near ESB? If you're catching an early flight from Esenboga International Airport to Sharjah International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
If you have a late Esenboga International Airport to Sharjah International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these options near SHJ:
Pick up a Sharjah International Airport rental car and explore Sharjah and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, drivus and Keddy By Europcar are popular providers to choose from here.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Sharjah International Airport around four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to central Sharjah
Sharjah International Airport to central Sharjah has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
When to fly to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
The quietest month for a flight from Esenboga International Airport to Sharjah International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Sharjah based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Sharjah is July, with temperatures ranging between 29ºC (84ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF). Lock in your flights from Esenboga International Airport to Sharjah International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ESB to SHJ sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
You've seen Sharjah, now it's time to explore other corners of United Arab Emirates. Journey about 23 kilometres south-west to Dubai to check off its popular sights. From Burj Khalifa to The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you want to check out another major stop in United Arab Emirates, consider Abu Dhabi, roughly 145 kilometres south-west of Sharjah. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan are key reasons to visit.