What is the tower frequency at OMSJ?

The tower frequency at Sharjah Intl is 118.600 MHz.

Does OMSJ require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Sharjah Intl (United Arab Emirates).

Is customs available at OMSJ?

Yes, customs at Sharjah Intl is available from 00:00 to 23:59.

Does OMSJ require slots or PPR?

Slots are required and PPR is required at Sharjah Intl.

Where is OMSJ located?

Sharjah Intl (OMSJ) is located in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates.

What is the IATA code for OMSJ?

The IATA code for Sharjah Intl is SHJ.

How long is the runway at OMSJ?

The main runway at Sharjah Intl (12/30) measures 13320 X 197.

Does OMSJ have an ILS approach?

Yes, Sharjah Intl has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 12/30.

Is OMSJ a port of entry?

Yes, Sharjah Intl is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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Sharjah Intl (OMSJ/SHJ) — Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

Sharjah Intl (OMSJ/SHJ) serves Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. This is a major international airport with 1 runway (12/30). Field elevation is 111 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Basic Info 7/7

Runways 4/4

Frequencies 4/4

Operations 2/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 1/2

Additional Info 10/10

Observed Activity · Jul 21

59 aircraft observed within 6 NM · 26 on the ground · busiest hour 13:00Z

2026-07-182026-07-21

Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals

Data last updated: 2026-04-07

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: OMSJ
Name: Sharjah Intl
Type: large_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 25.3286
Longitude: 55.5172
Elevation: 111 ft
Country: United Arab Emirates
Municipality: Sharjah
IATA Code: SHJ
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: OMAE
Timezone: Asia/Dubai
Distance from City: 13.0 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 12/30

Designation: 12/30
Dimensions: 13320 X 197
Surface: Asphalt
PCN: 95/F/A/W/T
Lighting: HIRL, PAPI
NAVAIDs: ILS CAT I Rwy 12 LOC 108.550 MHz; VOR-DME SHJ
Approach Types: ILS CAT I, VOR/DME, RNAV (GNSS)
Remarks: Rwy 12: ILS CAT I/D/3 ISRE 108.550 MHz. Width per AIP: 197 ft (60 m). FlightPlanDB baseline reports 148 ft; AIP value used.

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Frequencies

Tower: 118.600 MHz
Ground: 121.870 MHz
Operations: 124.900 MHz
Traffic/Approach: Approach 124.900 MHz; Tower 118.600 MHz (H24); Ground 121.870 MHz; ATIS 122.400 MHz MHz
ATIS: 122.400 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday Open 24 hours

Tuesday Open 24 hours

Wednesday Open 24 hours

Thursday Open 24 hours

Friday Open 24 hours

Saturday Open 24 hours

Sunday Open 24 hours

Sharjah Intl operates 24 hours (H24). See all 24-hour airports worldwide →

Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: H24 operations. Control tower H24. UTC+4 (no DST observed).

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: +971 6 558 1111
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: +971 6 558 1011
Website: https://www.sharjahairport.ae
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: Yes
PPR Required: Yes
PPR Contact: [email protected]
Remarks: Slots mandatory for commercial and IFR flights. PPR required for all non-scheduled and GA operations; apply 48-72 hrs prior.

Customs

Open: 00:00
Close: 23:59
Phone: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: Customs H24. Immigration H24. No US CBP Preclearance.

Fees

Landing Fee: AED 80.00 per metric ton MTOW
Parking Fee: AED 25.00 per metric ton per 24 hours; first 6 hours free
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: AED
Remarks: Applicable for aircraft over 2,000 kg MTOW. Subject to 5% UAE VAT.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: JET A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-04-07
Remarks: Available H24. Brands: AIRBP, SHELL.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: Landing permit required for non-scheduled GA flights; apply via UAE GCAA or handling agent 48-72 hrs prior.

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Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: 3
Remarks: Maximum wingspan: 65 m. ARFF Category 9. No de-icing available. Airport operates H24.

Alternates

OMDB

ICAO: OMDB
Name: Dubai Intl
Distance (NM): 9.5
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: No relevant information found for OMDB in provided search results; results reference OMAL (Al Ain) instead, which uses Asia/Dubai timezone (UTC+4).

OMRK

ICAO: OMRK
Name: Ras Al Khaimah Intl
Distance (NM): 28.5
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Customs, Immigration, Agriculture available.

OMDW

ICAO: OMDW
Name: Al Maktoum Intl
Distance (NM): 32.4
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Airport timezone: UTC+4 (Asia/Dubai). No information on APIS/GENDEC requirements. No US CBP Preclearance available. No specific immigration details for OMDW.

OMFJ

ICAO: OMFJ
Name: Fujairah Intl
Distance (NM): 45.7
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Customs and immigration available. Landing permit may be required based on FAR type.

OMAL

ICAO: OMAL
Name: Al Ain Intl
Distance (NM): 64.3
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: N/A

Airport Services

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United Arab Emirates Permit Requirements

Medium Overflight: 1d Landing: 3d

Overflight Permit: Yes
Landing Permit: Yes
Overflight Lead Time: 48 working hours
Landing Lead Time: 3 business days (recommended); minimum 48 working hours

Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require GCAA authorization. Handlers typically arrange permits within 24-48h.

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Active NOTAMs

A2359/26 caution

Runway restriction

RWY 12/30 OKAY.

2026-07-21 11:25:51 Until further notice

A2252/26 caution

Obstacle erected

OBST MOBILE CRANE ERECTED AT THE FLW PSN: 251956.60N 0552959.63E 251957.78N 0552957.42E 252001.59N 0552959.54E

2026-07-09 02:00:00 2026-10-06 14:00:00

A2219/26 caution

Obstacle erected

OBST MOBILE CRANE ERECTED AT THE FLW PSN: 252019.17N 0552925.51E.

2026-07-03 04:00:00 2026-09-30 14:00:00

+9 more active NOTAMs

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Nearby Airports

OMDB Dubai Intl 9 NM OMUQ Umm Al Quwain Airport 17 NM OMDM Al Minhad Air Base 20 NM OMRJ Jazirah Airport 25 NM OMRK Ras Al Khaimah Intl 29 NM OMDW Al Maktoum Intl 32 NM OMRS Al Saqr Field 35 NM OIBA Abu Musa Island Airport 42 NM

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at OMSJ?: The tower frequency at Sharjah Intl is 118.600 MHz.
What fuel is available at OMSJ?: Sharjah Intl offers JET A-1.
Does OMSJ require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Sharjah Intl (United Arab Emirates).
Is customs available at OMSJ?: Yes, customs at Sharjah Intl is available from 00:00 to 23:59.
Does OMSJ require slots or PPR?: Slots are required and PPR is required at Sharjah Intl.
Where is OMSJ located?: Sharjah Intl (OMSJ) is located in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates.
What is the IATA code for OMSJ?: The IATA code for Sharjah Intl is SHJ.
How long is the runway at OMSJ?: The main runway at Sharjah Intl (12/30) measures 13320 X 197.
Does OMSJ have an ILS approach?: Yes, Sharjah Intl has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 12/30.
Is OMSJ a port of entry?: Yes, Sharjah Intl is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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