Tiruchirappalli to Sharjah (TRZ–SHJ) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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TRZ–SHJ is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Air India Express leads the route. The flight covers 1,821 miles in approximately 4h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IX Air India Express Also: AI | 7 | 738 | 4h15 | – | – | AI |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Sharjah from Tiruchirappalli
| Metric | TRZ→SHJ | CJB→SHJ | COK→SHJ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from TRZ | – | 115 mi | 163 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 7 | 5 | 28 |
| Flight time | 4h 15m | 3h 55m | 3h 50m |
Travel Essentials
TRZ: IST · SHJ: +04
When it's 6:00 PM in Tiruchirappalli, 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.
TRZ–SHJ Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from TRZ to SHJ
Tiruchirappalli International Airport (TRZ) and Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) are connected by nonstop service from Air India Express. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
TRZ to SHJ Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from TRZ to SHJ is about 4 hours 15 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,821 miles (2,931 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 20 return, totaling 27 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, Bandaranaike International Colombo and Chennai. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Coimbatore (CJB), Kochi (COK) and Bengaluru (BLR).