Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Sharjah travel guide

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You're Going to Love Sharjah

With a population of 543,733, Sharjah is the largest city in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Sharjah has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Sharjah

If you’re looking for affordable options, Al Qubtan at Sheraton Sharjah Beach Resort & Spa (Al Muntazah St - Al Heerah Suburb - Al Muntazah) and Cafe 971 Six (Maliha Road Shop 2) are great picks.

When to visit Sharjah

Sharjah in February
Estimated package price
$615
2 travelers
Flight to Sharjah
3 nights at hotel
Sharjah in February
Estimated package price
$615
2 travelers
Flight to Sharjah
3 nights at hotel

How to Get to Sharjah

Plane

Sharjah is served by 2 airports: Sharjah (SHJ) and Dubai Airport (DXB). The closest to downtown Sharjah is Sharjah, which is located 10 km from the city center. Further away is Dubai Airport, 11 km from the center of Sharjah. The shortest flight to Sharjah from the United States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 12h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Sharjah is to pick up a car rental from Dubai, which is about 21 km from Sharjah. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Autostrad Rent A Car, among others, in Dubai.

Plane

Sharjah is served by 2 airports: Sharjah (SHJ) and Dubai Airport (DXB). The closest to downtown Sharjah is Sharjah, which is located 10 km from the city center. Further away is Dubai Airport, 11 km from the center of Sharjah. The shortest flight to Sharjah from the United States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 12h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Sharjah is to pick up a car rental from Dubai, which is about 21 km from Sharjah. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Autostrad Rent A Car, among others, in Dubai.

Airports near Sharjah

AUHAbu Dhabi Zayed Intl
SHJSharjah
DXBDubai Intl

Airlines serving Sharjah

Lufthansa
Good (7,407 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,386 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,363 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,957 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,737 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,968 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,924 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,923 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,336 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,145 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,486 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,114 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,250 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,324 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (996 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (359 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,365 reviews)
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Where to stay in Sharjah

From 5-star hotels such as the Corniche Hotel Sharjah to great affordable options like the Citymax Sharjah, Sharjah offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $59 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $103 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Sharjah, with prices from $14 to $312 per night. Al Majaz is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Sharjah are about 14% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Sharjah by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Sharjah

Most booked hotels in Sharjah

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Pullman Sharjah
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 2159 reviews)
$81+
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Royal Continental Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9, 4154 reviews)
$47+
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Bahi Ajman Palace Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, 3402 reviews)
$89+
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Ajman Saray, a Luxury Collection Resort, Ajman
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, 2067 reviews)
$170+
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Fairmont Ajman
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2979 reviews)
$193+
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Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Ajman
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 3144 reviews)
$66+
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Renting a car in Sharjah

Renting a car in Sharjah costs $20 per day, on average, or $122 if you want to rent if for 6 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 35% cheaper than airport locations in Sharjah.

Expect to pay $2.65 per gallon in Sharjah (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $31.80 and $42.40. The most frequently booked car type in Sharjah is Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Renault Clio or similar) are, on average, 66% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Sharjah costs $20 per day, on average, or $122 if you want to rent if for 6 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 35% cheaper than airport locations in Sharjah.

Expect to pay $2.65 per gallon in Sharjah (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $31.80 and $42.40. The most frequently booked car type in Sharjah is Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Renault Clio or similar) are, on average, 66% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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