Bengaluru to Sharjah (BLR–SHJ) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
BLR–SHJ is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air Arabia and Air India Express lead the route. The flight covers 1,668 miles in approximately 4h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 35 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G9 Air Arabia | 7 | 320 | 4h15 | – | – | – |
| IX Air India Express | 2 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Sharjah from Bengaluru
| Metric | BLR→SHJ | CJB→SHJ | MAA→SHJ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from BLR | – | 156 mi | 166 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 7 | 5 | 7 |
| Flight time | 4h 15m | 4h 5m | 4h 20m |
Travel Essentials
BLR: IST · SHJ: +04
When it's 6:00 PM in Bengaluru, it's 4.5:00 PM in Sharjah.
Indian passport holders need a visa to enter the UAE. The most common option is a 30-day tourist visa, available through airlines (Emirates and Air India offer visa services at booking), travel agencies, or UAE-based sponsors via the ICA or GDRFA portals. A 30-day single-entry visa costs AED 300 to AED 350 (about $82 to $95) plus service fees that vary by provider. Processing takes 3 to 5 working days. A 14-day transit visa through Emirates costs around AED 100 ($27) if you have an Emirates ticket. There is no visa on arrival for Indian nationals.
Passport must be valid for at least 6 months with two blank pages. Required documents include a passport copy, passport-sized photo with white background, confirmed return ticket, and proof of accommodation. Some providers also ask for bank statements showing a minimum balance (typically INR 50,000 to INR 100,000). The visa is sent electronically and linked to your passport number. Print a copy for the airline check-in counter.
Direct flights from Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Kochi, Chennai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, and several other Indian cities serve Dubai and Abu Dhabi, with flight times of 3 to 4 hours. Emirates, Air India, IndiGo, and flydubai run heavy frequency on these routes. The UAE dirham (AED) is pegged to the US dollar at 3.6725 AED per $1. No vaccination requirements for Indian arrivals. ATMs and currency exchanges are abundant at all UAE airports. Metro and bus systems in Dubai accept the Nol card, available at stations for AED 25 including AED 19 credit.
Namma Metro's Yellow Line (RV Road to Bommasandra, with airport extension) opened in phases; confirm current operational status and fares before travel. BMTC Vayu Vajra (Big10) airport buses run from multiple city points for INR 250–320 and take 45–90 minutes depending on traffic.Ola and Uber from the city centre to the airport cost INR 600–1,000 and take 45–75 minutes in normal traffic. Bengaluru is notorious for severe traffic congestion, especially on Bellary Road and the BIAL access road; allow substantial buffer time during peak hours (08:00–10:30 and 17:30–21:00). Prepaid taxis also operate from the terminal.
BLR–SHJ Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BLR to SHJ
Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR) and Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) are connected by nonstop service from Air Arabia and Air India Express. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
BLR to SHJ Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BLR to SHJ ranges from 4 hours 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,668 miles (2,685 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 9 return, totaling 16 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
35 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via IXE. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Coimbatore (CJB), Chennai (MAA) and Tiruchirappalli (TRZ).