Flying from Washington DC to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ): What you need to know
You can choose from a variety of airports when planning your flight from Washington DC to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ). Check out your options for leaving from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).
The timezone in Sharjah is UTC+4, which is eight hours ahead of Washington DC. Sharjah International Airport is located in Sharjah.
To ensure you get on your flight from Washington DC to SHJ, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Travelling from central Washington DC to DCA takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Ronald Reagan National Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Washington DC to Sharjah International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Split up your flight from Washington DC to Sharjah International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick a new place off your list. Top stopovers between Washington Dulles International Airport and SHJ include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
IAD is about 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. It'll take you 50 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
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74.39% of flights out of Washington Dulles International Airport arrive according to schedule.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
BWI is roughly 48 kilometres from central Washington DC. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 50 minutes. If you're considering public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Washington DC to Sharjah International Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're setting off early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights get to their destinations when they should. At BWI, that rate is 77.13%.
About Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Washington DC to Sharjah International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near SHJ:
Grab a Sharjah International Airport rental car and discover Sharjah and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, drivus and Keddy By Europcar are popular providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride around four weeks in advance of your Washington DC to Sharjah International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Sharjah International Airport is ج.م. 17,075. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 38,511. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Washington DC to SHJ if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
April is the quietest month for flights from Washington DC to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ), while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Sharjah based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book a Washington DC to SHJ flight ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Sharjah to range from 29ºC to 41ºC.
January has temperatures of between 15ºC and 24ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Sharjah International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Sharjah
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Sharjah right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Washington DC to Sharjah International Airport:
Al Montazah Park and Al majaz waterfront are just the start of the leading attractions to add to your Sharjah to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Al Majaz Water Fountain.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Sharjah is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the United Arab Emirates waiting to be explored. Around 153 kilometres south-west of Sharjah, a visit to Abu Dhabi will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Emirates Palace, Dubai.
If you're ready to explore another side of the United Arab Emirates, head for Muzayri`, roughly 306 kilometres south-west of Sharjah. Liwa Square, Liwa garden and Palace Liwa are among its highlights.