Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ): What you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Kuala Lumpur. Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) taking off from here.
7 hours 15 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Kuala Lumpur to Sharjah International Airport flight.
The timezone in Sharjah is UTC+4, which is four hours behind Kuala Lumpur. Sharjah International Airport is located in Sharjah.
The busiest route is from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ). There are 6 direct services every week. Air Arabia operates a 2:50am departure between KUL and SHJ.
To ensure you catch your flight from Kuala Lumpur to SHJ, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Popular months like August or other peak seasons mean longer queues and potential delays. Get a head start by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
You can take a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL).
Air Arabia is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Sharjah International Airport departing from KUL.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Air Arabia from KUL to SHJ.
Among carriers on this route, Air Arabia has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to SHJ that include a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between KUL and SHJ include:
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (TRV)
The journey from central Kuala Lumpur to KUL takes about 40 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 56 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sharjah International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
59% of flights departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
SZB is about 19 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Kuala Lumpur to SHJ flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport:
72% of flights out of Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
Have a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sharjah International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Check in to one of these hotels near SHJ and get cosy, quick:
Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Kuala Lumpur to Sharjah International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to central Sharjah
Sharjah International Airport is around 11 kilometres from the centre of Sharjah. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It'll take around 40 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
At the moment, $379 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Sharjah International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $701. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to SHJ by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding a bargain.
October is when you're most likely to find a bargain on a Kuala Lumpur to Sharjah International Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
July is the most popular month for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ). Plan your visit to Sharjah in December for a more low-key escape.
The warmest month in Sharjah is July, with temperatures ranging between 29ºC (84ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF). Lock in your Kuala Lumpur to SHJ plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Sharjah International Airport around that time if you'd rather 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. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Sharjah International Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Rain Room, Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland are leading attractions which should be on every Sharjah itinerary.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Abu Dhabi is just one of the many cities in the United Arab Emirates waiting to be explored after you've seen Sharjah. Around 153 kilometres away to the southwest, top sights here include Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace.