Travelling from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Muscat International Airport to Sharjah International Airport is 1 hour.
Muscat and Sharjah share the same timezone, UTC+4.
Choose from 12 weekly Muscat International Airport to Sharjah International Airport flights. The 10:00 departure with Air Arabia is the earliest available. Air Arabia operates the last service of the day at 19:50.
Your MCT to SHJ flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Air Arabia is your ticket to exploring Sharjah (and maybe even some other exciting corners of United Arab Emirates!). Check out the direct flights from Muscat International Airport to Sharjah International Airport offered by this popular airline.
Most travellers choose to travel with Air Arabia on this route.
Air Arabia ranks as the top on-time carrier for MCT to SHJ flights, with 84.21% of its services landing on schedule.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Muscat International Airport to Sharjah International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between MCT and SHJ include:
Hamad International Airport
Salalah International Airport
Kuwait International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
At the moment, ر.ق. 226 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Muscat International Airport to Sharjah International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ر.ق. 414. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from MCT to SHJ by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Muscat International Airport to Sharjah International Airport is January. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Finding cheap flights from MCT to SHJ is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Muscat International Airport to Sharjah International Airport.
Handy information about Muscat International Airport (MCT)
85.46% of flights leaving Muscat International Airport reach their destination as planned. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from MCT.
Muscat International Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Muscat. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 50 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near MCT. Whether you're catching an early flight from Muscat International Airport to Sharjah International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
Book a hotel near SHJ if you have a late Muscat International Airport to Sharjah International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Sharjah International Airport rental car and explore Sharjah and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, drivus and Keddy By Europcar are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Sharjah International Airport about four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to central Sharjah
Sharjah International Airport to central Sharjah has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
When to fly to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
The quietest month for a flight from Muscat International Airport to Sharjah International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Sharjah based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Sharjah is July, with temperatures ranging between 29ºC and 41ºC. Lock in your flights from Muscat International Airport to Sharjah International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MCT to SHJ in January. Temperatures average between 15ºC and 24ºC then.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
You've visited Sharjah, now it's time to discover more of United Arab Emirates. Journey around 23 kilometres south-west to Dubai to check off its leading sights. From Burj Khalifa to The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 145 kilometres south-west of Sharjah, Abu Dhabi is another favourite 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.