Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ): what you need to know
Sharjah's timezone is UTC+4, which makes Sharjah four hours ahead of Edinburgh.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your EDI to SHJ flight.
Travelling during a peak time like June? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Sharjah International Airport. These are the top stopovers between EDI and SHJ:
Hamad International Airport
J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice
Orio al Serio International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Sharjah International Airport flight is Rs47,550. A return ticket is currently Rs102,069. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from EDI to SHJ, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport to Sharjah International Airport across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Finding cheap flights from EDI to SHJ is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new deal comes up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Sharjah International Airport.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
67.94% of flights that take off from Edinburgh Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Edinburgh Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Edinburgh. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Sharjah International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near EDI:
Arriving at Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
If you're landing on a late Edinburgh Airport to Sharjah International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near SHJ:
Travel at your own speed with a Sharjah International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, drivus or Keddy By Europcar and experience more of Sharjah and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Sharjah International Airport around four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to central Sharjah
Sharjah International Airport to the centre of 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 Edinburgh Airport to Sharjah International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Sharjah based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Sharjah International Airport for July if you want to go to Sharjah during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 29ºC and 41ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EDI to SHJ in January. Average temperatures are between 15ºC and 24ºC then.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Sharjah is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of United Arab Emirates you'll want to see. Around 23 kilometres south-west of Sharjah, a trip to Dubai will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in United Arab Emirates, head for Abu Dhabi, about 145 kilometres south-west of Sharjah. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan are highlights.