Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ): what you need to know
Sharjah's timezone is UTC+4, which makes Sharjah four hours ahead of Manchester.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to board your MAN to SHJ flight.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Manchester Airport to Sharjah International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MAN and SHJ:
Hamad International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Bahrain International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Manchester Airport to Sharjah International Airport flight is 127 €. A return fare is currently 287 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from MAN to SHJ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport to Sharjah International Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Finding cheap flights from MAN to SHJ is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a better deal.
Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Manchester Airport to Sharjah International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
59.39% of flights that depart Manchester Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Manchester to Manchester Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to MAN? If you're boarding an early flight from Manchester Airport to Sharjah International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Manchester Airport to Sharjah International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SHJ instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Sharjah International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, drivus or Keddy By Europcar and explore beyond Sharjah's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Sharjah International Airport around four weeks ahead.
Getting from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to central Sharjah
Sharjah International Airport to the centre of Sharjah has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
When to fly to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
August is the busiest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Sharjah International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Sharjah in April.
Lock in your flight from Manchester Airport to Sharjah International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Sharjah during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 29ºC (84ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MAN to SHJ sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Sharjah is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of United Arab Emirates you'll want to see. About 23 kilometres south-west of Sharjah, a visit to Dubai will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in United Arab Emirates, head for Abu Dhabi, about 145 kilometres south-west of Sharjah. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan are the start of reasons to visit.