Travelling from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to Sharjah International Airport is 1 hour 50 minutes.
The timezone in Sharjah is UTC+4, which is one hour ahead of Riyadh.
Every week, there are 34 King Khaled International Airport to Sharjah International Airport flights. If you'd like to take off as early as possible, take the 09:10 Air Arabia flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 17:15 with Air Arabia.
To ensure you get on your RUH to SHJ flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Flying into Sharjah (and then seeing more of United Arab Emirates!) is a snap with Air Arabia. This popular carrier offers direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to Sharjah International Airport.
Most travellers choose to travel with Air Arabia on this route.
With a reliable 84.81% of services arriving as scheduled, Air Arabia has the best on-time performance for RUH to SHJ flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from King Khaled International Airport to Sharjah International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between RUH and SHJ include:
King Fahd International Airport
Bahrain International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
85 € is the lowest price for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Sharjah International Airport flight. A return flight starts at 191 €. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from RUH to SHJ, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
Schedule your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Sharjah International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from King Khaled International Airport to Sharjah International Airport.
Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
86.76% of flights departing from King Khaled International Airport land at their destination as planned. Given its solid on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from RUH.
King Khaled International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Riyadh. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Sharjah International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to RUH:
Arriving at Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
If you're coming in on a late King Khaled International Airport to Sharjah International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these accommodation options near SHJ:
Grab a Sharjah International Airport rental car and explore Sharjah and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, drivus and Keddy By Europcar are leading providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Sharjah International Airport about four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to central Sharjah
Sharjah International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Sharjah. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
When to fly to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
The quietest month for a flight from King Khaled International Airport to Sharjah International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Sharjah based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Sharjah International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Sharjah during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 29ºC (84ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from RUH to SHJ in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Dubai is just one of the many cities in United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered after you've seen Sharjah. Around 23 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination 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 among the biggest draws.