Flying from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Sharjah International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is 4 hours 48 minutes. Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Istanbul 1 hour behind Sharjah.
Each week, there are 34 flights from Sharjah International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. The earliest departure from SHJ to SAW is at 00:20 and the latest is at 22:55.
Traveling during a popular month such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Visiting Istanbul (and then exploring more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is simple with Air Arabia. This popular airline has direct flights from Sharjah International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.
If you prefer a stopover for your flight from Sharjah International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. Here are the top stopovers between SHJ and SAW:
Kuwait International Airport
Cairo International Airport
Tbilisi International Airport
To find out if you need a visa to enter Türkiye (Turkey), check with your airline and the local consulate or embassy. They'll give you the most up-to-date details, including any other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from SHJ to SAW.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
C$90 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Sharjah International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Return flights start at C$198. These prices may change based on demand.
Book 3 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from SHJ to SAW.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Sharjah International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
Central Sharjah to Sharjah International Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 11 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
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Arriving at Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
If you're on a late flight from Sharjah International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near SAW:
Getting from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to central Istanbul
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 57 minutes.
Getting to the center on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes.
When to fly to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The quietest month for a flight from Sharjah International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Istanbul based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from Sharjah International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 30ºC.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SHJ to SAW in January. Average temperatures are between 2ºC and 11ºC then.
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Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are essential stops on your Istanbul itinerary.
There's more than one way to get to Istanbul. Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is an alternative. Look into the prices and departure times from this international airport.
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