Airports near Umm Al Quwain
AUH・DXB・SHJ・AAN・DWC
What airports are closest to Umm Al Quwain?
Travelers heading to Umm Al Quwain have several options depending on their arrival point. Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) is the nearest entry point, located just 21.88 km away, with taxi transfers typically taking 25 minutes. For international arrivals, Dubai International Airport (DXB) lies 35.41 km away and offers a direct driving route of about 36 minutes. Those landing at Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) in Dubai face a longer journey of 81.05 km, with a transfer time of roughly 60 minutes. Further afield, Al Ain International Airport (AAN) is 139.34 km from the city, while Zayed International Airport (AUH) in Abu Dhabi is 150.56 km away, each requiring significant transit times often exceeding 1 hour 45 minutes by road. and book hotels in Umm Al Quwain
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Airports near Umm Al Quwain: AUH, DXB, SHJ, AAN and DWC.
Airports Near Umm Al Quwain: Key Information
Number of airports in Umm Al Quwain
0
Closest airport to the city center
Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
Distance
21.9 km
Fastest arrival time
25 minutes - 35 minutes
Airport with the cheapest transport
Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
Compare domestic and international airports near Umm Al Quwain.
Zayed International Airport
Distance: 150.6 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Intercity Bus Service
3 hours 40 minutes - 4 hours
AED 95-140
Budget
Private Taxi
Fastest
1 hour 45 minutes - 2 hours
AED 340-410
Comfort
Rental Car
Cheapest
1 hour 45 minutes - 2 hours
AED 65-100
Balanced
Dubai International Airport
Distance: 35.4 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
RAK Shuttle / Local Bus
2 hours 15 minutes - 2 hours 45 minutes
AED 40-50
Budget
Dubai Taxi
Fastest
36 minutes - 50 minutes
AED 100-130
Comfort
Personal Vehicle
Cheapest
36 minutes - 45 minutes
AED 18-25
Balanced
Sharjah International Airport
Distance: 21.9 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
RAKTA Intercity Bus
3 hours 20 minutes - 3 hours 45 minutes
AED 55-85
Budget
Airport Taxi
Fastest
25 minutes - 35 minutes
AED 95-120
Comfort
Rental Car
Cheapest
25 minutes - 35 minutes
AED 13-20
Balanced
Al Ain International Airport
Distance: 139.3 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Al Ain Bus Service
4 hours 20 minutes - 4 hours 40 minutes
AED 130-180
Budget
Private Taxi
Fastest
1 hour 46 minutes - 2 hours
AED 340-410
Comfort
Self-Drive
Cheapest
1 hour 46 minutes - 2 hours
AED 70-110
Balanced
Al Maktoum International Airport
Distance: 81.1 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
RTA Airport Bus
Cheapest
4 hours - 4 hours 30 minutes
AED 15-25
Budget
Airport Taxi
Fastest
1 hour - 1 hour 30 minutes
AED 250-350
Comfort
Rental Vehicle
1 hour - 1 hour 20 minutes
AED 80-120
Balanced
Compare 5 airports near Umm Al Quwain
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Compare 5 airports near Umm Al Quwain
Choosing the right arrival point for Umm Al Quwain depends on your priorities regarding flight connectivity and travel logistics. Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) is the closest major gateway and serves the nearby city of Sharjah; it is the most practical choice for those looking for the shortest transfer times. Dubai International Airport (DXB), located in the neighboring city of Dubai, offers the widest range of international flights and frequent ground transport, making it a versatile hub for global travelers. For those flying into the capital, Zayed International Airport (AUH) is situated in Abu Dhabi and requires a significantly longer journey to reach the emirate. Similarly, Al Ain International Airport (AAN) in Al Ain and Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) in Dubai serve their respective neighboring cities and are generally less convenient for Umm Al Quwain-bound passengers. While taxis provide the most direct comfort, rental cars often offer the best balance of flexibility and cost for those comfortable with UAE highways. Always check traffic conditions on the E11 before departure.
Flights to Umm Al Quwain
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Hotels near Umm Al Quwain airport
Breakfast
Great54 Reviews
Umm Al Quwain|7.29km from city center
Everything was great, the service was good, and I was impressed. It was my first time in a club, and I was really happy with this hotel. I'll definitely go again.FromUS$51
Good53 Reviews
Umm Al Quwain|5.12km from city center
The otel is very, very clean, very good service, the restaurant, the sea, Cloud, the ravens of the spirit, and enjoy the time of the otel, and very much, especially the time of the sweet, you feel that you've traveled the country, and the sweet, and they have dogs allowed to enter and enjoy the sea, I was with my dog and criterion. I simplified the wake of the day thanks to the beach hotel or the residents.FromUS$121
2 Reviews
Umm Al Quwain|2.49km from city center
The Royal Residence Hotel Apartments provides a great place for travelers to relax after a busy day. The Royal Residence Hotel Apartments offers a pleasant stay in Umm Al Quwain for those traveling for business or leisure. In terms of transportation, Sharjah International Airport is approximately 38km away. The nearest airport is Sharjah International Airport, approximately 38km away. This hotel is located near many of Umm Al Quwain's attractions including Abdulrahman Abdulrahim Alzarooni Mosque, Orange Hub - Mall of UAQ and Rachna Henna And Beauty Salon. After a long day of sightseeing, guests can retire to the comfort of the hotel. FromUS$38
Good39 Reviews
Umm Al Quwain|7.86km from city center
The place is so nice so nice, peaceful and relaxing.The hotel service is superb. We would like to extend our thanks the service staff Norman for providing us an excellent service when we had our breakfast earlier as we only requested for scrambled egg to be cooked well done for our child but he also served us slices of watermelon without seeds and to the the approacheable lifeguards and cleaners who were so nice and approacheable. We do appreciate their kind gestures towards their guests.We would also like to thank the receptionist for providing us the taxi driver's number who's so nice and dropped us home safely. All in all we enjoyed our stay and will surely come back there!FromUS$47
Great71 Reviews
Umm Al Quwain|5.84km from city center
The room was clean and tidy, check-in and check-out were fast, the front desk service was very thoughtful and gave me fruit and chocolate, there was a swimming pool in the hotel, I highly recommend this hotel.FromUS$74
Family friendly
Good26 Reviews
Umm Al Quwain|11.93km from city center
Great hotel, stayed several times, the room was clean, the pool was great, next to the winery, and the barbecue area, it was perfect for vacation! The beach is not very clean.FromUS$69
Great54 Reviews
Umm Al Quwain|7.29km from city center
Everything was great, the service was good, and I was impressed. It was my first time in a club, and I was really happy with this hotel. I'll definitely go again.FromUS$51
Great71 Reviews
Umm Al Quwain|5.84km from city center
The room was clean and tidy, check-in and check-out were fast, the front desk service was very thoughtful and gave me fruit and chocolate, there was a swimming pool in the hotel, I highly recommend this hotel.FromUS$74
Good53 Reviews
Umm Al Quwain|5.12km from city center
The otel is very, very clean, very good service, the restaurant, the sea, Cloud, the ravens of the spirit, and enjoy the time of the otel, and very much, especially the time of the sweet, you feel that you've traveled the country, and the sweet, and they have dogs allowed to enter and enjoy the sea, I was with my dog and criterion. I simplified the wake of the day thanks to the beach hotel or the residents.FromUS$121
5 star
Great54 Reviews
Umm Al Quwain|7.29km from city center
Everything was great, the service was good, and I was impressed. It was my first time in a club, and I was really happy with this hotel. I'll definitely go again.FromUS$51
Great71 Reviews
Umm Al Quwain|5.84km from city center
The room was clean and tidy, check-in and check-out were fast, the front desk service was very thoughtful and gave me fruit and chocolate, there was a swimming pool in the hotel, I highly recommend this hotel.FromUS$74
Good53 Reviews
Umm Al Quwain|5.12km from city center
The otel is very, very clean, very good service, the restaurant, the sea, Cloud, the ravens of the spirit, and enjoy the time of the otel, and very much, especially the time of the sweet, you feel that you've traveled the country, and the sweet, and they have dogs allowed to enter and enjoy the sea, I was with my dog and criterion. I simplified the wake of the day thanks to the beach hotel or the residents.FromUS$121
2 Reviews
Umm Al Quwain|2.49km from city center
The Royal Residence Hotel Apartments provides a great place for travelers to relax after a busy day. The Royal Residence Hotel Apartments offers a pleasant stay in Umm Al Quwain for those traveling for business or leisure. In terms of transportation, Sharjah International Airport is approximately 38km away. The nearest airport is Sharjah International Airport, approximately 38km away. This hotel is located near many of Umm Al Quwain's attractions including Abdulrahman Abdulrahim Alzarooni Mosque, Orange Hub - Mall of UAQ and Rachna Henna And Beauty Salon. After a long day of sightseeing, guests can retire to the comfort of the hotel. FromUS$38
FAQs
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Which airport is the closest to Umm Al Quwain?
The nearest airport to Umm Al Quwain is Sharjah International Airport (SHJ), about 21.9 km away.Zayed International Airport (AUH) (150.6 km), Dubai International Airport (DXB) (35.4 km), Al Ain International Airport (AAN) (139.3 km) and Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) (81.1 km).
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How long does it take to get from Umm Al Quwain to the airport?
Getting from Umm Al Quwain to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) takes about 25 minutes - 35 minutes.
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How do I get to Umm Al Quwain?
We recommend flying into Sharjah International Airport (SHJ), which is approximately 21.9 km away. The fastest mode of transportation is Airport Taxi, reaching downtown in about 25 minutes - 35 minutes.
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How many airports does Umm Al Quwain have?
Umm Al Quwain has 5 airports: Zayed International Airport (AUH), Dubai International Airport (DXB), Sharjah International Airport (SHJ), Al Ain International Airport (AAN) and Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).