Traveling from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Cairo International Airport to Sharjah International Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 3 hours 15 minutes.
Sharjah is two hours ahead of Cairo and observes the UTC+4 timezone.
Flights from CAI to SHJ start at 01:10 — the earliest with Air Arabia. The latest departure is at 21:50 with EgyptAir. Overall, you can choose from 48 weekly Cairo International Airport to Sharjah International Airport flights.
Your CAI to SHJ flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
There's a good range of direct flights from Cairo International Airport to Sharjah International Airport to pick from. When organizing your Sharjah journey, these carriers can fly you nonstop to this exciting part of United Arab Emirates:
FlyEgypt is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
With an impressive 84.62% of services arriving as scheduled, Nile Air has the best on-time record for CAI to SHJ flights.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cairo International Airport to Sharjah International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between CAI and SHJ:
King Fahd International Airport
Kuwait International Airport
Bahrain International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Sharjah International Airport flight is $107. A return fare right now is $222. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from CAI to SHJ by booking at least 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Schedule your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Sharjah International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from CAI to SHJ by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cairo International Airport to Sharjah International Airport.
Handy information about Cairo International Airport (CAI)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Cairo International Airport, 63.38% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Cairo International Airport is around 21 kilometers from central Cairo. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Sharjah International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to CAI:
Arriving at Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SHJ if you're taking a late Cairo International Airport to Sharjah International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Sharjah International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, drivus or Keddy By Europcar and explore beyond Sharjah's main sights.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Sharjah International Airport around four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to central Sharjah
Sharjah International Airport is roughly 11 kilometers from central Sharjah. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
When to fly to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
The quietest month for a flight from Cairo International Airport to Sharjah International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Sharjah based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Sharjah is July, with temperatures ranging between 29ºC (84ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF). Lock in your flights from Cairo International Airport to Sharjah International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from CAI to SHJ in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
You've seen Sharjah, now it's time to discover other parts of United Arab Emirates. Journey about 23 kilometers south-west to Dubai to tick off its top sights. From Burj Khalifa to The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 145 kilometers south-west of Sharjah, Abu Dhabi is another favorite stop in United Arab Emirates. Start your sightseeing at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.