Introduction
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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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 New York and takes around 12h 25m.

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 AMEX 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 New York and takes around 12h 25m.

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 AMEX and Autostrad Rent A Car, among others, in Dubai.

Airports near Sharjah

AUHAbu Dhabi Zayed Intl
SHJSharjah
DXBDubai Intl

Airlines serving Sharjah

KLM
Good (1,434 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,683 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,651 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,021 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,149 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,837 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,069 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,135 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,460 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,518 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,597 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (889 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,356 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,630 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,122 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,163 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,345 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,426 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (376 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 Hotel Sharjah, Sharjah offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $69 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $183 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Sharjah, with prices from $14 to $1,196 per night. Al Khan is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Sharjah are about 11% 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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Al Zorah Beach Resort
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, 1330 reviews)
$428+
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Coral Beach Resort Sharjah
4 stars
Excellent (9, 3233 reviews)
$126+
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Ajman Saray, a Luxury Collection Resort, Ajman
5 stars
Excellent (9, 2088 reviews)
$209+
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Bahi Ajman Palace Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, 3430 reviews)
$144+
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Fairmont Ajman
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, 3036 reviews)
$204+
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Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Ajman
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 3217 reviews)
$87+
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Renting a car in Sharjah

Renting a car in Sharjah costs $28 per day, on average, or $168 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 10% 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 (Chevrolet Captiva or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Renault Clio or similar) are, on average, 65% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Sharjah costs $28 per day, on average, or $168 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 10% 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 (Chevrolet Captiva or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Renault Clio or similar) are, on average, 65% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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