Flying from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI): what you need to know
Bhubaneswar is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Sharjah and is in the UTC+5:30 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your SHJ to BBI flight.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sharjah International Airport to Biju Patnaik International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between SHJ and BBI include:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
Chennai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sharjah International Airport to Biju Patnaik International Airport flight is C$145. A return fare right now is C$417. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from SHJ to BBI, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for a flight from Sharjah International Airport to Biju Patnaik International Airport.
Finding cheap flights from SHJ to BBI is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new deal comes up.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sharjah International Airport to Biju Patnaik International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
Of all flights leaving Sharjah International Airport, 76.09% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Sharjah International Airport from central Sharjah, it'll take around 10 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your vacation off to a leisurely start by staying near SHJ. Whether you've booked an early flight from Sharjah International Airport to Biju Patnaik International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI)
Consider booking a hotel near BBI if you're taking a late Sharjah International Airport to Biju Patnaik International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Biju Patnaik International Airport rental car and discover parts of Bhubaneswar that aren't the typical tourist stops. You can book your wheels with Avis.
To lock in the best rate, reserve your vehicle from Biju Patnaik International Airport several weeks in advance. Rates generally rise closer to the day of travel.
Getting from Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI) to central Bhubaneswar
From Biju Patnaik International Airport, Bhubaneswar is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI)
April is the most popular month for flights from Sharjah International Airport to Biju Patnaik International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Bhubaneswar in January.
Book your flight from Sharjah International Airport to Biju Patnaik International Airport for April if you want to explore Bhubaneswar during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SHJ to BBI sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
You've visited Bhubaneswar, now it's time to explore other corners of India. Travel around 370 kilometres north-east to Kolkata to tick off its top attractions. From Victoria Memorial to Howrah Bridge and Indian Museum, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 370 kilometres west of Bhubaneswar, Nowrangapur is another essential stop in India. No visit is complete without checking out Hospital Church, Jai Hanuman Statue and Sri Satya Sai Mandir.