Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) is open, and flights are operating on 7 September 2026.
Some services are delayed. Check your flight with the airport and airline before leaving.
Sharjah Airport: Current Status
Sharjah Airport is open. Its live board shows passenger arrivals and departures operating on 7 September, although some flights are delayed.
| Sharjah Airport | At a glance |
|---|---|
| Official name | Sharjah International Airport (SHJ / OMSJ) |
| Location | About 10 km from Sharjah city centre |
| Current status | Open, with scheduled flights operating and some individual delays |
| Airspace | Flights are operating. Revised EASA risk guidance applies until 30 September 2026, unless reviewed earlier. |
| Home airline | Air Arabia |
| Airport contact | +971 6 558 1111 |
The airport’s live flight board is the clearest check for individual services. You can also check Sharjah flights on Wego.
EASA’s revised bulletin, valid until 30 September 2026 unless reviewed earlier, advises against overflight of Persian Gulf waters, with exceptions needed for airport arrivals and departures; caution and current risk assessments remain required over land.
This bulletin is a safety recommendation for specified operators, not a notice that Sharjah Airport is closed. Check the airport flight board and your airline before travel.
For the wider regional picture, see Wego’s UAE airspace update.
Airport Overview
Sharjah International Airport is Air Arabia’s home airport. It is about 10 km from Sharjah city centre and also serves travellers heading to nearby Dubai.
Airlines Operating at Sharjah Airport
The airport’s 7 September flight board shows services from Air Arabia and other international airlines. Times below are UAE local time from the board checked on 7 September; they do not establish seat availability or that every route is operating.
| Airline | Type | Example route shown on 7 September | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Arabia | Low-cost, home airline | Ahmedabad: G9418 departed 00:38 | Flights operating |
| Qatar Airways | Full-service | Doha: QR1059 departed 00:35 | Flights operating |
| Pegasus Airlines | Low-cost | Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen: PC747 departed 05:01 | Flights operating |
| IndiGo | Low-cost | Indian cities | Flights operating |
| Air India Express | Low-cost | Indian cities | Flights operating |
| Pakistan International Airlines | Full-service | Pakistan routes | Flights operating |
| EgyptAir | Full-service | Cairo | Flights operating |
| Biman Bangladesh Airlines | Full-service | Dhaka and Chittagong | Flights operating |
| Airblue | Low-cost | Lahore | Flights operating |
| Ethiopian Airlines | Full-service | Addis Ababa: ET623 departed 05:05 | Flights operating |
Check the Sharjah Airport flight information page and your airline for the status of your service.
How to Check Flight Status at Sharjah Airport
Check again before leaving because a scheduled flight can still be delayed or cancelled.
- Use Wego: Check Sharjah flights on Wego, or search by flight number on the Wego flight tracker.
- Check the airport: Use the official Sharjah Airport live board for departures and arrivals.
- Check your airline: Open its website, app or booking page. Air Arabia passengers can use airarabia.com.
If Your Flight Is Cancelled or You’re Stranded
Your options depend on the airline, ticket and reason for the disruption. Contact the airline or booking agent before buying a replacement ticket.
- Ask about rebooking or a refund: Air Arabia’s conditions provide an involuntary refund when Air Arabia cancels a flight. Other airlines have their own rules.
- Check flexible-fare terms: Flexibility and fees vary by fare, so read the conditions before booking or changing a ticket.
- Keep essential documents: Save messages, receipts and booking details. Contact your insurer if your policy may cover extra costs.
- Follow local advice: If you are already in the UAE, follow local authority instructions and your government’s travel advice.
Getting To and From the Airport
Taxi / Ride-Hailing
Metered Sharjah taxis operate from the airport 24 hours a day. The airport says trips starting there include an AED 20 surcharge.
Standard, family and ladies-only taxis are available outside Arrivals. Check the official taxi page for booking details.
Bus (Mowasalat)
Mowasalat buses connect the airport with locations in Sharjah. Check the operator’s route and timetable before travel because services can change.
Air Arabia Coach Service
Air Arabia coaches link Sharjah Airport with Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and Ras Al Khaimah.
The airport lists the Dubai coach at AED 20 each way. It says airport-bound services run from 10.30am to 11.30pm and Dubai-bound services from 8am to 11.30pm.
Check the timetable before travelling. You can also compare flights from Abu Dhabi and Ras Al Khaimah.
Metro / Rail
Sharjah Airport has no direct metro or rail link. Use a taxi, bus or coach for the full journey, or to connect with Dubai’s public transport network.
Car Rental / Parking
Car rental desks are in Arrivals and open 24 hours. The airport has short-term and long-term parking within walking distance of the terminal.
Parking prices can change, so check the airport’s parking page before driving.
Transit and Layover Information
Staying airside: You do not normally enter the UAE if you remain in the international transfer area. Confirm that your baggage and onward booking allow an airside transfer.
Leaving the airport: You must meet UAE entry rules. Travellers who are not eligible for visa-free entry or a visa on arrival need a visa before passing immigration.
Transit visas: The UAE issues single-entry transit visas for 48 or 96 hours. They must be arranged before entry through a UAE-based airline, travel agency or airport hotel.
Long or overnight layovers: Sharjah Airport has a transit hotel and a lounge that is open 24 hours. Compare hotels in Sharjah or onward flights to Dubai.
Travel Advisories for the UAE
Regional security conditions can change quickly. Check the advice issued for your nationality before booking and again before departure.
- United States: The UAE remains at Level 3, Reconsider Travel, because of armed-conflict and terrorism risks. Flight cancellations and airspace closures remain possible.
- United Kingdom: The FCDO does not advise against travel to the UAE, but says the situation is unpredictable. Follow local instructions and review departure plans.
- European aviation: EASA’s active bulletin permits necessary airport arrivals and departures with risk mitigation and calls for caution over land; it is valid until 30 September, unless reviewed earlier.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sharjah Airport open?
Yes. Sharjah Airport is open, and its live board shows flights operating on 7 September 2026. Check your individual flight before travelling.
Are flights to Sharjah back to normal?
Flights are operating, but some services are delayed and schedules can change. Check the airport board and your airline rather than assuming every route is running normally.
Is it safe to book flights through Sharjah right now?
No trip can be guaranteed safe. Review your government’s advice, the airline’s terms and your insurance before deciding. EASA’s active bulletin describes high risks over Gulf waters and residual risks over land.
What if my flight is cancelled?
Contact the airline or booking agent. Ask what rebooking or refund option applies to your ticket, and keep receipts for any extra costs.
Has Air Arabia resumed all its routes from Sharjah?
Air Arabia has many flights on Sharjah Airport’s 7 September board, but this does not confirm that every route is operating. Check your flight on airarabia.com.
Should I book flexible fares?
Consider a flexible fare if your plans may change. Check the fee, refund and rebooking rules because the word “flexible” does not mean the same thing for every ticket.
Is Sharjah Airport open 24 hours?
Flights operate during the day and night. Individual shops and services may have different hours, although the airport lounge and car rental offices are open 24 hours.
Do I need a visa for a layover at Sharjah Airport?
You do not normally pass immigration during an airside transfer. If you leave the airport, UAE entry rules apply. Check your nationality and transfer arrangements before travel.
How do I get from Sharjah Airport to Dubai?
Use a taxi or the Air Arabia coach. The airport lists the coach to Al Ghurair Centre in Dubai at AED 20 each way. Check the timetable before travelling.
How early should I arrive at Sharjah Airport?
Follow your airline’s instructions. Sharjah Airport says most check-in counters open at least two hours before departure. Allow more time if your airline tells you to.
Sources
- Sharjah Airport: Flight Information
- Sharjah Airport: Operating Airlines
- Sharjah Airport: Public Transport
- Sharjah Airport: Taxis
- Sharjah Airport: Car Parking
- Sharjah Airport: Car Rentals
- Sharjah Airport: The Lounge
- UAE Government: Transit Visa
- EASA: Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman Conflict Zone Bulletin
- US State Department: United Arab Emirates Travel Advisory
- US State Department: Worldwide Caution
- UK FCDO: United Arab Emirates Travel Advice
- Air Arabia: General Conditions of Carriage
Disclaimer: Wego strives to ensure all information presented in this article is accurate and up to date at the time of publication. Travel policies, prices, visa requirements, and conditions can change rapidly. We strongly recommend verifying critical details with official sources before making travel decisions. Wego does not accept liability for any inaccuracies, oversights, or changes that may occur after publication.
