Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Sharjah travel guide

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You're Going to Love Sharjah

With a population of 543,733, Sharjah is the largest city in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Sharjah has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Sharjah

If you’re looking for affordable options, Al Qubtan at Sheraton Sharjah Beach Resort & Spa (Al Muntazah St - Al Heerah Suburb - Al Muntazah) and Cafe 971 Six (Maliha Road Shop 2) are great picks.

When to visit Sharjah

Sharjah in June
Estimated hotel price
RM 331
1 night at 3-star hotel
Sharjah in June
Estimated hotel price
RM 331
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Sharjah

Plane

Sharjah is served by 2 airports: Sharjah (SHJ) and Dubai Airport (DXB). The closest to the city centre of Sharjah is Sharjah, which is located 6 miles from the city centre. Further away is Dubai Airport, 7 miles from the centre of Sharjah. Sharjah is the most popular, with regular flights from Air Arabia, Condor, Emirates and other airlines departing from Malaysia. The shortest flight to Sharjah from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 6h 55m.

Plane

Sharjah is served by 2 airports: Sharjah (SHJ) and Dubai Airport (DXB). The closest to the city centre of Sharjah is Sharjah, which is located 6 miles from the city centre. Further away is Dubai Airport, 7 miles from the centre of Sharjah. Sharjah is the most popular, with regular flights from Air Arabia, Condor, Emirates and other airlines departing from Malaysia. The shortest flight to Sharjah from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 6h 55m.

Airports near Sharjah

AUHAbu Dhabi Zayed Intl
SHJSharjah
DXBDubai Intl

Airlines serving Sharjah

Lufthansa
Good (7,265 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,383 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,215 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,686 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,979 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,926 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,859 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,899 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,465 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,296 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,609 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,829 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,449 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,105 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (350 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,316 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,929 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,338 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (948 reviews)
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Where to stay in Sharjah

From 5-star hotels such as the Corniche Hotel Sharjah to great affordable options like the Citymax Sharjah, Sharjah offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around RM 235 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 378 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Sharjah, with prices from RM 58 to RM 1,153 per night. Al Majaz is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Sharjah are about 94% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Sharjah

Most booked hotels in Sharjah

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Ajman Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
RM 508+
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Bahi Ajman Palace Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
RM 322+
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Ajman Saray, a Luxury Collection Resort, Ajman
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
RM 416+
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Fairmont Ajman
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
RM 535+
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Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Ajman
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
RM 231+
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Sheraton Sharjah Beach Resort & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
RM 398+
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Hiring a car in Sharjah

Expect to pay RM 2.97 per litre in Sharjah (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 35.55 and RM 47.40. The most frequently booked car type in Sharjah is Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Mazda CX-3 or similar) is, on average, 55% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay RM 2.97 per litre in Sharjah (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 35.55 and RM 47.40. The most frequently booked car type in Sharjah is Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Mazda CX-3 or similar) is, on average, 55% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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