Flying from Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Sharjah International Airport is 3 hours 20 minutes.
Sharjah is one hour behind Lahore and is in the UTC+4 timezone.
Flights from LHE to SHJ start at 00:15 — the earliest with Airblue. The last departure is at 23:35 with Pakistan International Airlines. Overall, there are 66 weekly Allama Iqbal International Airport to Sharjah International Airport flights.
Leave plenty of time to catch your LHE to SHJ flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
A range of airlines operate direct flights from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Sharjah International Airport, so jetting to Sharjah (and then visiting more of United Arab Emirates!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
Fly Jinnah is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Among carriers operating LHE to SHJ flights, Pakistan International Airlines leads the way for on-time arrivals.
If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Sharjah International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between LHE and SHJ:
Quetta Airport
Jinnah International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Allama Iqbal International Airport to Sharjah International Airport flight is $176. A return ticket is currently $241. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LHE to SHJ if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
November is the cheapest month for flights from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Sharjah International Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Sharjah International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE)
68.2% of flights departing from Allama Iqbal International Airport land at their destination on time.
Allama Iqbal International Airport is around 48 kilometers from central Lahore. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near LHE. Whether you've booked an early flight from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Sharjah International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Allama Iqbal International 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 to explore Sharjah and beyond.
Booking your ride from Sharjah International Airport about four weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to central Sharjah
Sharjah International Airport is roughly 11 kilometers from central Sharjah. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
When to fly to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
August is the most popular month for flights from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Sharjah International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Sharjah in April.
The warmest month in Sharjah is July, with the temperature ranging between 29ºC (84ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF). Lock in your flights from Allama Iqbal International Airport to Sharjah International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from LHE to SHJ in January if you want to travel in 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 places in United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Sharjah. Around 23 kilometers away to the south-west, top sights here include Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism.
Around 145 kilometers south-west of Sharjah, Abu Dhabi is another essential stop in United Arab Emirates. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.