Flying from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ): what you need to know
Sharjah is four hours ahead of Birmingham and follows the UTC+4 timezone.
To ensure you get on your BHX to SHJ flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like June, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Birmingham International Airport to Sharjah International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between BHX and SHJ include:
Hamad International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
$284 is the lowest price for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Sharjah International Airport flight. Return flights start at $625. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BHX to SHJ if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when looking for a flight from Birmingham International Airport to Sharjah International Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from BHX to SHJ by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Birmingham International Airport to Sharjah International Airport.
Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Of the departures from Birmingham International Airport, 65.48% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Birmingham International Airport from central Birmingham, it'll take about 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Sharjah International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near BHX:
Arriving at Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Birmingham International Airport to Sharjah International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SHJ instead:
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 top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Sharjah International Airport around four weeks before your departure date.
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 Birmingham International Airport to Sharjah International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Sharjah based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Sharjah International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Sharjah, with the temperature ranging from 29ºC (84ºF) to 41ºC (106ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BHX to SHJ in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Dubai is just one of the many places in United Arab Emirates waiting to be explored once you've seen Sharjah. Around 23 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in United Arab Emirates, head for Abu Dhabi, roughly 145 kilometres south-west of Sharjah. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan are among its highlights.