Flying from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ): what you need to know
5 hours 5 minutes is the average length of a direct flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Sharjah International Airport. Sharjah is 1 hour ahead of Nairobi and is in the UTC+4 timezone.
Take your pick of 23 weekly flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Sharjah International Airport. The 09:00 departure with Air Arabia is the earliest available from NBO to SHJ. Air Arabia operates the latest service of the day at 14:05 if you're not into early starts.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Air Arabia is your gateway to discovering Sharjah (and maybe even some other exciting parts of United Arab Emirates!). Check out the direct flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Sharjah International Airport offered by this carrier.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Sharjah International Airport, consider adding a stopover. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that catches your eye. Popular stopovers on the NBO - SHJ route include:
Entebbe International Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Hamad International Airport
To see if you need a visa to enter United Arab Emirates, contact your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll have all the necessary information, including other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from NBO to SHJ.
Arriving at Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Sharjah International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SHJ instead:
Handy information about Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Nairobi, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport can be reached in approximately 22 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 11 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to NBO? If you're on an early flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Sharjah International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
More about Sharjah
Start your Sharjah trip right by finding a great stay. After booking your flight from NBO to SHJ, have a look at our hotel options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Petrofac, Etisalat and Al Montazah Park are top attractions which should feature on every Sharjah itinerary.
Getting from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to central Sharjah
Sharjah International Airport to the centre of Sharjah takes around 11 minutes by car. It's approximately 11 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
Complete your Sharjah trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we're good at. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Sharjah International Airport, browse our great car rental offers that'll give you the freedom to travel around at your own pace. Next, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the ideal Sharjah stay.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
$498 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Sharjah International Airport. Return flights start at $655. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Book 3 months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure flight tickets from NBO to SHJ.
The cheapest month for tickets from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Sharjah International Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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When to fly to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Sharjah International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Sharjah. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Sharjah International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Sharjah, with the temperature ranging from 29 ºC to 41 ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 15 ºC and 24 ºC. Search for flight tickets from NBO to SHJ sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.