Travelling from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE): what you need to know
A direct flight from Sharjah International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport takes an average of 3 hours 59 minutes. The timezone in Alexandria is UTC+2, which makes it 2 hours behind Sharjah.
Each week, there are 10 flights from Sharjah International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport. To get going early, opt for the 00:55 Air Arabia flight. If you're keen to make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight from SHJ to HBE is 23:10 with Air Arabia.
Flying during a peak time like August? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Travelling to Alexandria (and exploring more of Egypt!) is straightforward with Air Arabia. This popular airline runs direct flights from Sharjah International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport.
If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from Sharjah International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. These are the most popular stopovers between SHJ and HBE:
King Fahd International Airport
Kuwait International Airport
King Khaled International Airport
To see whether you need a visa to enter Egypt, check with your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with the most current information, including other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from SHJ to HBE.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Sharjah International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport is ₹ 10,711. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 23,036. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book 6 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from SHJ to HBE.
February is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Sharjah International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Take advantage of filters to find the perfect journey for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Sharjah International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
Sharjah International Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Sharjah. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 11 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Need a convenient hotel close to SHJ? If you're boarding an early flight from Sharjah International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
Stay minutes from the runway if you're arriving on a late flight from Sharjah International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport. Relaxation Villa With Private Pool is a comfortable option close to HBE. Or check in and recharge your batteries at Villa Mostafa Sadek, Swimming pool, Tennis & Squash - Borg ElArab Airport Alexandria before travelling to your final destination.
Getting from Borg El Arab Airport (HBE) to central Alexandria
Borg El Arab Airport to central Alexandria is about 51 minutes in a car. It's approximately 56 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
When to fly to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
August is the busiest month for flights from Sharjah International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Alexandria in May.
Book your flight from Sharjah International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport for August if you'd like to explore Alexandria during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 32ºC.
Search for cheap flight tickets from SHJ to HBE in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC and 21ºC on average.
More about Alexandria
As soon as you've booked your flights from SHJ to HBE, you'll want to find a hotel in Alexandria. Make one of these options your base for exploring this popular destination:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria, Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar are top sights which should be on any good Alexandria itinerary.
Complete your Alexandria trip with hotels and a car rental
We don't just compare flights. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Borg El Arab Airport, explore our great car rental deals that'll give you the freedom to see the sights at your own pace. Next, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the ideal Alexandria stay.
