Flying from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Sharjah International Airport.
Sharjah's timezone is UTC+4, making Sharjah one hour 30 minutes behind Colombo.
Take your pick of 24 weekly Bandaranaike International Airport to Sharjah International Airport flights. The 04:35 departure with Air Arabia is the earliest flight you can take. Air Arabia operates the latest service of the day at 23:55.
Leave plenty of time to make your CMB to SHJ flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as February, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Air Arabia is your gateway to exploring Sharjah (and maybe even some other exciting parts of United Arab Emirates!). Browse the direct flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Sharjah International Airport offered by this airline.
Most passengers choose to fly with Air Arabia on this route.
With 68.52% of services landing as planned, Air Arabia is the most punctual carrier offering CMB to SHJ flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Bandaranaike International Airport to Sharjah International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between CMB and SHJ include:
Kempegowda International Airport
Muscat International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
$351 is currently the best price for a one-way Bandaranaike International Airport to Sharjah International Airport flight. Return flights start from $613. These fares may change depending on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CMB to SHJ if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
The cheapest month for flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Sharjah International Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Save time looking for cheap flights from CMB to SHJ by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Sharjah International Airport.
Handy information about Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Of the departures from Bandaranaike International Airport, 75.71% land on schedule at their destination.
Bandaranaike International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 30 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near CMB. Whether you have an early flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Sharjah International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Bandaranaike International Airport to Sharjah International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SHJ instead:
Explore without limits with a Sharjah International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, drivus or Keddy By Europcar and discover more of Sharjah and beyond.
Booking your ride from Sharjah International Airport about four weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to central Sharjah
Sharjah International Airport to the centre of Sharjah has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
When to fly to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Sharjah International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Sharjah. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Sharjah International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Sharjah during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 29ºC and 41ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CMB to SHJ in January. Temperatures average between 15ºC and 24ºC then.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Sharjah has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of United Arab Emirates just waiting to be discovered. Around 23 kilometres south-west of Sharjah, a trip to Dubai will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism.
Abu Dhabi is another essential stop in United Arab Emirates and is around 145 kilometres south-west of Sharjah. No journey is complete without dropping by Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.