Travelling from Sharjah Airport (SHJ) to Jeddah Airport (JED): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Sharjah Airport to Jeddah Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours.
The timezone in Jeddah is UTC+3, which is one hour behind Sharjah.
Every week, there are 18 Sharjah Airport to Jeddah Airport flights. If you want to take off early, opt for the 07:30 Air Arabia flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 18:15 with flynas.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to catch your SHJ to JED flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Travelling to Jeddah (and then seeing more of Saudi Arabia!) is a cinch with Air Arabia. This popular airline offers direct flights from Sharjah Airport to Jeddah Airport.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Air Arabia.
Air Arabia is the most punctual carrier that offers SHJ to JED flights.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sharjah Airport to Jeddah Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between SHJ and JED include:
Riyadh Airport
Dammam Airport
Madinah Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharjah Airport (SHJ) to Jeddah Airport (JED)
At the moment, 131 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sharjah Airport to Jeddah Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 253 €. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from SHJ to JED by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Sharjah Airport to Jeddah Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Picking up cheap flights from SHJ to JED is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Sharjah Airport to Jeddah Airport.
Handy information about Sharjah Airport (SHJ)
76% of flights that take off from Sharjah Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Sharjah Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Sharjah. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near SHJ? If you've booked an early flight from Sharjah Airport to Jeddah Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Jeddah Airport (JED)
If you're landing on a late Sharjah Airport to Jeddah Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near JED:
Pick up a Jeddah Airport rental car and discover Jeddah and beyond with your own wheels. Final Rentals, Avis and Budget are well-known companies to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Jeddah Airport about two weeks before you set off.
When to fly to Jeddah Airport (JED)
August is the busiest month for flights from Sharjah Airport to Jeddah Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Jeddah in March.
The warmest month in Jeddah is July, with temperatures ranging between 27ºC (81ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your flights from Sharjah Airport to Jeddah Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SHJ to JED in January. Temperatures average between 19ºC (66ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
You've visited Jeddah, now it's time to explore more of Saudi Arabia. Travel about 88 kilometres east to Mecca to check off its top sights. From Almashar Alharam Mosque to Mecca and Masjid Al Khaif, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.