Travelling from Sharjah Airport (SHJ) to Surat Airport (STV): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Sharjah Airport to Surat Airport is 3 hours 5 minutes.
Surat is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Sharjah and observes the UTC+5:30 timezone.
There are three Sharjah Airport to Surat Airport flights each week.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SHJ to STV flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Flying during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Air India Express has direct flights from Sharjah Airport to Surat Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Surat — and maybe even more of India if you have time.
Most passengers choose to travel with Air India Express on this route.
Air India Express leads the way as the most punctual carrier for SHJ to STV flights, with 92.16% of services arriving on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sharjah Airport to Surat Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between SHJ and STV:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport
Hyderabad Airport
Chennai Airport
Handy information about Sharjah Airport (SHJ)
Of the flights that depart from Sharjah Airport, 76% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Sharjah to Sharjah Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a trip time of about 40 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Sharjah Airport to Surat Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to SHJ:
Arriving at Surat Airport (STV)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Sharjah Airport to Surat Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near STV instead:
When to fly to Surat Airport (STV)
The quietest month for a flight from Sharjah Airport to Surat Airport is March, while May is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Surat based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Sharjah Airport to Surat Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Surat, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 37ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 17ºC and 30ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SHJ to STV around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Surat has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of India waiting to be discovered. About 241 kilometres south of Surat, a trip to Mumbai will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Gateway of India, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus and Marine Drive View Sunset Point.
Around 209 kilometres north of Surat, Ahmedabad is another favourite stop in India. Start your sightseeing at Akshardham Temple, Centre of akshardham and BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir.