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

Airports near Sharjah

AUHAbu Dhabi Zayed Intl
SHJSharjah
DXBDubai Intl

Airlines serving Sharjah

KLM
Good (1,405 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,545 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,002 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,494 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,039 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,776 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,006 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,997 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,400 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,660 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,482 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (863 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,398 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,285 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,556 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,050 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,133 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,391 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (886 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 $80 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $210 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Sharjah, with prices from $14 to $1,364 per night. Al Khan is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Sharjah are about 22% 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, 2197 reviews)
$116+
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Royal Continental Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 4200 reviews)
$107+
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Bahi Ajman Palace Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, 3412 reviews)
$139+
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Ajman Saray, a Luxury Collection Resort, Ajman
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, 2074 reviews)
$192+
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Fairmont Ajman
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, 3004 reviews)
$200+
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Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Ajman
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 3177 reviews)
$101+
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Renting a car in Sharjah

Renting a car in Sharjah costs $22 per day, on average, or $133 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 37% cheaper than airport locations in Sharjah.

Expect to pay $2.73 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 $32.71 and $43.61. 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, 60% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Sharjah costs $22 per day, on average, or $133 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 37% cheaper than airport locations in Sharjah.

Expect to pay $2.73 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 $32.71 and $43.61. 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, 60% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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