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 7 days in order to fully appreciate everything Sharjah has to offer.

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When to visit Sharjah

Sharjah in July
Estimated hotel price
$62
1 night at 3-star hotel
Sharjah in July
Estimated hotel price
$62
1 night at 3-star 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 6 miles from the city center. Further away is Dubai Airport, 7 miles 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 13 miles from Sharjah. You’ll find branches of AMEX and Priceless, 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 6 miles from the city center. Further away is Dubai Airport, 7 miles 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 13 miles from Sharjah. You’ll find branches of AMEX and Priceless, among others, in Dubai.

Airports near Sharjah

AUHAbu Dhabi Zayed Intl
SHJSharjah
DXBDubai Intl

Airlines serving Sharjah

Lufthansa
Good (8,228 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,569 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,196 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,060 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,478 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,538 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,245 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,645 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,722 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,655 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,154 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (948 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,970 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,207 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,566 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,529 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,466 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,430 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (431 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,591 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 $45 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $95 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Sharjah, with prices from $14 to $847 per night. Al Majaz is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Sharjah are about 3% 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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Radisson Blu Hotel Ajman
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, 3588 reviews)
$94+
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Bahi Ajman Palace Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, 3805 reviews)
$80+
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Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Ajman
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 4397 reviews)
$49+
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Ajman Saray, a Luxury Collection Resort, Ajman
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, 2214 reviews)
$99+
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Sheraton Sharjah Beach Resort & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, 3042 reviews)
$89+
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Ramada by Wyndham Beach Hotel Ajman
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 3573 reviews)
$56+
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Renting a car in Sharjah

Renting a car in Sharjah costs $25 per day, on average, or $173 if you want to rent if for 7 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 22% cheaper than airport locations in Sharjah.

Expect to pay $3.60 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 $43.15 and $57.54. The most frequently booked car type in Sharjah is Mini (Kia Picanto or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Hyundai i20 or similar) are, on average, 40% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Sharjah costs $25 per day, on average, or $173 if you want to rent if for 7 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 22% cheaper than airport locations in Sharjah.

Expect to pay $3.60 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 $43.15 and $57.54. The most frequently booked car type in Sharjah is Mini (Kia Picanto or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Hyundai i20 or similar) are, on average, 40% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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