Flying from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Yanbu Airport (YNB): what you need to know
The timezone in Yanbu is UTC+3, which is one hour behind Sharjah.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your SHJ to YNB flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sharjah International Airport to Yanbu Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SHJ and YNB:
King Khaled International Airport
Cairo International Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Yanbu Airport (YNB)
At the moment, £108 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sharjah International Airport to Yanbu Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £216. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from SHJ to YNB, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Sharjah International Airport to Yanbu Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from SHJ to YNB.
Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sharjah International Airport to Yanbu Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
When it comes to Sharjah International Airport's on-time performance, 76.09% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Sharjah International Airport from central Sharjah, it takes about 10 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 7 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near SHJ. Whether you've booked an early flight from Sharjah International Airport to Yanbu Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Yanbu Airport (YNB)
Step off your Sharjah International Airport to Yanbu Airport flight and be relaxing in your hotel bed shortly after. If you're looking for a convenient option that's not too far from YNB, consider Novotel Yanbu.
Pick up a Yanbu Airport rental car and explore Yanbu and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, HANCO and Enterprise are top outlets you can book with here.
To secure the best deal, book your ride from Yanbu Airport several weeks in advance. Rates typically rise closer to your travel date.
Getting from Yanbu Airport (YNB) to central Yanbu
From Yanbu Airport, Yanbu is approximately 8 miles away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Yanbu Airport (YNB)
July is the busiest month for flights from Sharjah International Airport to Yanbu Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Yanbu in May.
Lock in your flight from Sharjah International Airport to Yanbu Airport for June if you want to visit Yanbu during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SHJ to YNB in January. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
You've visited Yanbu, now it's time to explore other parts of Saudi Arabia. Journey around 190 miles south to Jeddah to tick off its top attractions. From Faisal Sports Park to Athr Gallery and Jeddah Park Fountain, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 220 miles south-east of Yanbu, Mecca is another essential stop in Saudi Arabia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at View point, Pelontaran Jumrah Mina and Al Arak Park.
