Travelling from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Sharjah International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is 4 hours 55 minutes.
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Istanbul one hour behind Sharjah.
Choose from eight weekly Sharjah International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights. The 09:30 departure with Air Arabia is the earliest available. Air Arabia operates the latest service of the day at 13:50.
To ensure you get on your SHJ to IST flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Flying into Istanbul (and then seeing more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is a snap with Air Arabia. This popular carrier has direct flights from Sharjah International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Air Arabia.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sharjah International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between SHJ and IST include:
Imam Khomeini International Airport
Kuwait International Airport
Baghdad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Right now, P5,545 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sharjah International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is P11,984. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from SHJ to IST. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Plan your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Sharjah International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from SHJ to IST.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Sharjah International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Handy information about Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
76.09% of flights that depart Sharjah International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Sharjah International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Sharjah. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking an early flight from Sharjah International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near SHJ:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Reserve a hotel near IST if you're catching a late Sharjah International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car and discover Istanbul and beyond with your own wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are well-known companies to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
From Istanbul Ataturk Airport, Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It typically takes 1 hour 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Sharjah International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Istanbul. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Sharjah International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SHJ to IST in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored after you've seen Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.