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Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)

Sharjah

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Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)

Sharjah International Airport is often the point of entry into the UAE for visitors from the Middle East and the Indian Subcontinent. The airport serves other worldwide destinations, but the majority of tourists, usually land in the nearby Emirate of Dubai, making their way to Sharjah from there. The airport is well-connected to both Sharjah and Dubai. The Route 99 shuttle bus connects Sharjah International Airport to the central parts of Sharjah. It runs frequently and stops at key locations including the Sharjah King Faisal Mosque and Rolla Square. To get to Dubai, travellers can use the public bus number 111, which connects Sharjah International Airport to the Union Square Bus Station in Dubai. Taxi services are available to both destinations.

Useful Information

  • More Info: Sharjah International Airport
  • Phone: +971 6 558 1111

Tourist Information

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Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
Sharjah International Airport is often the point of entry into the UAE for visitors from the Middle East and the Indian Subcontinent. The airport serves other worldwide destinations, but the majority of tourists, usually land in the nearby Emirate of Dubai, making their way to Sharjah from there. The airport is well-connected to both Sharjah …
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Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Most visitors to Sharjah will probably be entering through the Dubai International Airport if arriving by air. Travelling from Dubai International Airport to Sharjah is quite convenient, with multiple transport options catering to different preferences and budgets. For the most direct route, taxis are readily available and provide a door-to-door service, taking around 30 minutes …
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Public Transport
Sharjah boasts a relatively new public bus system, with bus lines connecting most of the city's key locations to one another. Bright-orange buses stop at designated bus stops (wave to the driver to make sure he does make a stop). Tickets may be bought directly from the driver, but an electronic pre-paid 'Sayer Card' …
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Taxi
Finding taxis in Sharjah is quite straightforward, with a plethora of efficient, well-maintained, and metered vehicles available. In addition, ride-hailing apps like Uber and Careem operate in the city, offering a convenient alternative to traditional …
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Post
There are several post offices in Sharjah, which are generally closed on Fridays and public holidays, and may have shorter working hours during Ramadan. Mail in the UAE is typically delivered to P.O. boxes rather than physical addresses, and renting a P.O. box is a common practice among residents and businesses. Tourists usually cannot …
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Pharmacy
Pharmacies can be found throughout the city, and there is often one in any large shopping mall. Prominent names include Life Pharmacy and Aster …
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Telephone
+971: UAE country code 6: Sharjah city …
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Electricity
In Sharjah, the electrical system operates on a standard voltage of 220V and a frequency of 50Hz. The type of plugs used is the UK-style Type G, which features three rectangular …
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