Travelling from Washington DC to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ): what you need to know
When looking for a flight from Washington DC to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ), there's a selection of airports you can start your trip from. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are among Washington DC's main terminals.
Sharjah International Airport is located in Sharjah. The city operates in the UTC+4 timezone and is 8 hours ahead of Washington DC.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Washington DC to SHJ. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
July is a busy month for air travel. If you're taking off then or around a major holiday like Christmas or Thanksgiving, show up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
From central Washington DC, DCA is approximately 8 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to work out the best way to get there.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Ronald Reagan National Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Washington DC to Sharjah International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to freshen up with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Washington DC to Sharjah International Airport, browse these options when heading out from Washington Dulles International Airport:
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
With public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in about 3 hours and 26 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 51 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before boarding your flight from Washington DC to SHJ? Relax in a hotel near Washington Dulles International Airport before your holiday officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
About Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Washington DC to Sharjah International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SHJ instead:
Getting from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to central Sharjah
Sharjah International Airport to central Sharjah takes around 11 minutes by car. It's approximately 11 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Sharjah International Airport is Rs99,228. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs209,767. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Washington DC to SHJ if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
August is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Washington DC to Sharjah International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Sharjah, consider the pace you like to travel at.
The warmest month in Sharjah is July, with temperatures ranging between 29ºC and 41ºC. Book your flights from Washington DC to SHJ in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 15ºC and 24ºC. Search for cheap flights from Washington DC to Sharjah International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Sharjah
Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Sharjah International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sharjah:
Petrofac and Etisalat are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Sharjah must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Al Montazah Park.
Complete your Sharjah trip with a car rental
Grab the keys to one of our car rentals in Sharjah and see the city at your own pace. Easily compare prices from trusted rental companies in one go after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Washington DC to Sharjah International Airport.