Sharjah International Airport to Sharjah — Transport Guide 2026
Sharjah (SHJ) is 15 km from central Sharjah. Careem + Uber + local taxi standard. Air Arabia's main hub.
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Last updated: 2026-07
By AirConnect Editorial
Cheapest
Airport-Dubai shuttle (~$8)
Fastest
Careem/Uber (~20 min)
Every transport option compared
Careem / Uber
ride share · Best for: App-based direct
Cost
AED 40-60 ($11-16) to central Sharjah
Time
20-30 min
Frequency
On-demand
Both operate at SHJ. Confirm pickup location.
Airport taxi
taxi · Best for: Direct + luggage
Cost
AED 50-80 ($14-22) fixed rate
Time
20-30 min
Frequency
On-demand
Fixed rate. AED 20 airport surcharge included.
Airport-Dubai shuttle bus
shuttle · Best for: To Dubai
Cost
AED 30 ($8) to Dubai
Time
45-60 min
Frequency
Every 30-60 min
To Rashidiya Metro (Dubai) or Baniyas Square. Onward metro to Dubai.
Pre-book a fixed-price transfer
No queues, no scam risk. Driver meets you inside arrivals with your name. Price locked before you fly.
Getting out of Sharjah (SHJ)
Skip the taxi rank and lock in your fare before you land.
Pre-book a fixed-price transfer
Our pickDriver waits at arrivals with your name, tracks your flight, and the price you see is the price you pay. English-speaking, fixed price. No surge, no haggling at 2am.
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Frequently asked
How far is Sharjah International Airport from Sharjah?
Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) is 15 km from Sharjah city centre.
What is the cheapest way from SHJ to Sharjah?
Airport-Dubai shuttle (~$8)
What is the fastest way from SHJ to Sharjah?
Careem/Uber (~20 min)