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You can fly direct with Air Arabia and Pegasus Airlines. Average duration is 4h 18m
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SAW - SHJ
Cheapest • 7% average savings
IST - SHJ
Most popular
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Ajet
Most punctual • 84% on-time
Night
Best time • Fewest delays
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17 weeks
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 17 weeks in advance save around 45% compared to booking last minute.
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September
Cheapest • 26% price drop
February
Most popular
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Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Sharjah

 
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Istanbul to Sharjah flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul to Sharjah?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul to Sharjah. It's 6% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 11% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Sharjah?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Sharjah at AED 738 return.
•January (AED 1,219) and December (AED 1,157) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 65% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Istanbul to Sharjah the cheapest?

Flights from Istanbul to Sharjah are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 45% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Istanbul to Sharjah flights

Low season

June
Beat the crowds with an average 27% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 56% increase in travellers.

When to book flights from Istanbul to Sharjah

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Istanbul to Sharjah based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Istanbul to Sharjah flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Istanbul to Sharjah?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Istanbul to Sharjah:

    • Earliest: departs at 00:35 and lands at 04:53
    • Latest: departs at 23:00 and lands at 03:18.

    The flight takes about 4h 18m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Istanbul to Sharjah?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Istanbul to Sharjah.

  • How long is a flight from Istanbul to Sharjah?

    A direct flight from Istanbul to Sharjah takes 4h 18m, covering 4,832 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Istanbul to Sharjah?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Istanbul to Sharjah flight?

    Return flights from Istanbul to Sharjah range from AED 762 to AED 1,381, with an average of AED 1,000 over the past 12 months. Anything below AED 762 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Istanbul to Sharjah flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 22% above the AED 1,000 route average. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Istanbul to Sharjah?

    On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average AED 1,000 return, compared with AED 1,132 via a stopover through Antalya (AYT).

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Istanbul to Sharjah?

    Ajet is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Pegasus Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Istanbul to Sharjah flights are:

    • Ajet: 84% on time
    • Pegasus Airlines: 76% on time
    • Air Arabia: 64% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 69% of the time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Istanbul to Sharjah?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge AED 20–AED 367 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • How are flight departures from Istanbul to Sharjah spread across the day?

    Night is the busiest departure period on Istanbul to Sharjah flights, with 66% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, Morning flights for 1%, and Evening flights for 0%.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Istanbul to Sharjah?

    Flights from Istanbul to Sharjah may depart from several airports in Istanbul area, including Istanbul (IST) and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW). Flights usually arrive at Sharjah (SHJ).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Istanbul to Sharjah?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Istanbul to Sharjah?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Istanbul to Sharjah route, 31% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 54m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Istanbul to Sharjah pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Istanbul to Sharjah pass through Antalya (AYT), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Istanbul to Sharjah?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from Istanbul to Sharjah. Monday is the cheapest departure day at AED 940 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at AED 1,116, a difference of AED 176.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Istanbul to Sharjah?

    2 airlines operate flights between Istanbul and Sharjah. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Air Arabia
    • Pegasus Airlines

  • What is the time difference between Istanbul and Sharjah?

    Sharjah is 1 hour ahead of Istanbul (Gulf Time vs Turkey Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Sharjah?

    Some of the most popular sights in Sharjah are Al Majaz Park, Al Sharjah Sports Club, and Al Khan Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Sharjah on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Istanbul to Sharjah flights?

    Among airlines operating Istanbul to Sharjah flights:

    • Pegasus Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Istanbul to Sharjah flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Air Arabia: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Pegasus Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Istanbul to Sharjah flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Monday flights average AED 940, which is about AED 176 less than Thursday fares (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 17 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 45% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Istanbul to Sharjah trip for September. Fares historically average AED 738 return in that month – typically AED 481 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Ajet. Over the past three months, 84% of Ajet flights from Istanbul to Sharjah arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 69%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 54m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Sharjah Airport.

    • Sharjah International Airport Hotel
    • Centro Sharjah by Rotana

Prefer to fly direct from Istanbul to Sharjah?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Istanbul to Sharjah Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Istanbul to Sharjah

Monday

Air Arabia,Pegasus Airlines

Air Arabia,Pegasus Airlines

Tuesday

Air Arabia,Pegasus Airlines

Air Arabia,Pegasus Airlines

Wednesday

Air Arabia,Pegasus Airlines

Air Arabia,Pegasus Airlines

Thursday

Air Arabia,Pegasus Airlines

Air Arabia,Pegasus Airlines

Friday

Air Arabia,Pegasus Airlines

Air Arabia,Pegasus Airlines

Saturday

Air Arabia,Pegasus Airlines

Air Arabia,Pegasus Airlines

Sunday

Air Arabia,Pegasus Airlines

Air Arabia,Pegasus Airlines

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Sharjah to Istanbul

Monday

Air Arabia,Pegasus Airlines

Air Arabia,Pegasus Airlines

Tuesday

Air Arabia,Pegasus Airlines

Air Arabia,Pegasus Airlines

Wednesday

Air Arabia,Pegasus Airlines

Air Arabia,Pegasus Airlines

Thursday

Air Arabia,Pegasus Airlines

Air Arabia,Pegasus Airlines

Friday

Air Arabia,Pegasus Airlines

Air Arabia,Pegasus Airlines

Saturday

Air Arabia,Pegasus Airlines

Air Arabia,Pegasus Airlines

Sunday

Air Arabia,Pegasus Airlines

Air Arabia,Pegasus Airlines

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