Mumbai to Sharjah (BOM–SHJ) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
BOM–SHJ is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Air Arabia, Air India Express and Air India lead the route. The flight covers 1,189 miles in approximately 3h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 44 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G9 Air Arabia | 14 | 320 | 3h10 | – | – | – |
| IX Air India Express | 14 | 7M8 | 3h25 | – | – | – |
| AI Air India | 7 | 7M8 | 3h25 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Sharjah from Mumbai
| Metric | BOM→SHJ | STV→SHJ |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from BOM | – | 140 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 35 | 3 |
| Flight time | 3h 10m | 3h 20m |
Travel Essentials
BOM: IST · SHJ: +04
When it's 6:00 PM in Mumbai, 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.
Mumbai Metro Line 1 (Versova–Ghatkopar) does not serve the airport directly.Currently, Mumbai Local Train (Western Line to Andheri station) plus an auto-rickshaw or taxi to the terminal is a low-cost route (₹15–50 for train, ₹80–120 for rickshaw).App-based cabs (Ola, Uber) cost ₹300–600 from South Mumbai or Bandra depending on traffic. The airport is 30km from Nariman Point/Churchgate; traffic is severe most of the day. Midnight–5am is the most reliable travel window. Black-and-yellow taxis are metered and less comfortable than app cabs.
BOM–SHJ Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BOM to SHJ
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) and Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) are connected by nonstop service from Air India, Air Arabia and Air India Express. With 35 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
BOM to SHJ Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BOM to SHJ ranges from 3 hours 10 minutes to 3 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,189 miles (1,914 km). There are approximately 35 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 49 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
44 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via IXE. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Surat (STV).