Flying from Nairobi to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ): What you need to know
Planning your trip begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Nairobi. Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Nairobi to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) taking off from here.
Book a direct Nairobi to Sharjah International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 5 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Sharjah is UTC+4, which is one hour ahead of Nairobi. Sharjah International Airport is located in Sharjah.
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) is the busiest route, with 6 direct services each week. Get from NBO to SHJ on Air Arabia's 1:50pm departure.
To ensure you catch your flight from Nairobi to SHJ, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Nairobi
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Nairobi to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) leave from this terminal.
When departing from NBO, you can catch a direct flight from Nairobi to Sharjah International Airport with Air Arabia.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between NBO and SHJ is Air Arabia.
With a reliable 86.21% of services landing on schedule, Air Arabia is the best-performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Nairobi to SHJ departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Top options include:
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Entebbe International Airport (EBB)
NBO is about 18 kilometres from central Nairobi. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Have an early flight from Nairobi to Sharjah International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, data shows 62% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)
You can get to WIL from central Nairobi in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes to cover the 10 kilometres or so.
Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Nairobi Wilson Airport the day before your Nairobi to SHJ flight:
72% of all departures from Nairobi Wilson Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
Consider staying in a hotel near SHJ if you're catching a late flight from Nairobi to Sharjah International Airport. Select one of these options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Nairobi to Sharjah International Airport flight.
Getting from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to central Sharjah
From Sharjah International Airport, central Sharjah is around 11 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
Right now, ر.ق. 1,042 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Sharjah International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 1,690. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap flights from Nairobi to SHJ by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for bagging a bargain.
Organise your trip for November. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Nairobi to Sharjah International Airport tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Nairobi to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
July is when most people book flights from Nairobi to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ). Plan your visit to Sharjah in December if you prefer a quieter experience.
Lock in a Nairobi to SHJ plane ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Sharjah to range from 29ºC to 41ºC.
January has temperatures of between 15ºC and 24ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Nairobi to Sharjah International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Sharjah
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Sharjah right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Nairobi to Sharjah International Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Rain Room, Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland are highlights which should feature on every Sharjah itinerary.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Sharjah will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of the United Arab Emirates you should also see. About 153 kilometres southwest of Sharjah, a visit to Abu Dhabi will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace.