Fujairah International Airport serves the emirate of the same name, the only one of the United Arab Emirates that faces exclusively onto the Gulf of Oman rather than the Persian Gulf.
It is the access point to some of the country's most beautiful beaches and seabeds for snorkeling and diving, as well as the Hajar Mountains.
How to get to Fujairah International Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to FJR
Parking near Fujairah International Airport
A small parking area is located in front of the terminal.
The rates are generally modest.
How to get to Fujairah from FJR
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Car rental at Fujairah International Airport
Some car rental companies have desks in the arrivals area, useful for exploring the Hajar Mountains and the coast.
Driving license, passport and credit card are the basic documents; IDP is almost always required.
Hotels near Fujairah International Airport
In the city, next to the airport
2-2.8 km from the terminal, a few minutes by car or on foot along Al Maktoum Road.
Best for: Business trips, short layovers and those who don't need the beach.
- The only international chain hotel literally next to the airport
- 2.8 km from the city centre, handy too for those with business in the area
- No private beach: the sea requires 45-60 minutes towards Al Aqah
- An urban area, not designed for a beach holiday
Al Aqah and the north coast
About 50-60 minutes by car from Fujairah airport, towards the border with Ras Al Khaimah and Dibba.
Best for: Those who want Fujairah's real beach holiday, between the Hajar mountains and the Indian Ocean.
- Among the most beautiful beaches of the UAE's east coast, with the Hajar mountains as a backdrop
- Resorts from several international chains, with a wide choice of categories and prices
- Almost an hour from the airport, to factor in for morning flights or short layovers
- An isolated area: outside the resorts there's little beyond the beach itself
Recommended hotels
- InterContinental Fujairah Resort by IHG Directly on Al Aqah beach, with a private guest area on the area's pale sand and turquoise water. View availability
- Le Meridien Al Aqah Beach Resort Between the Hajar mountains and the Indian Ocean: one of the largest infinity pools in the UAE, eight restaurants and a kids' club. View availability
- Fairmont Fujairah Beach Resort In Dibba, at the northern end of the Al Aqah coast towards Ras Al Khaimah: an outdoor pool with a sun terrace overlooking the ocean. View availability
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
The terminal is small, as expected for a regional hub.
The recommended safety margin for flights is 2.5 hours.
Map of Fujairah International Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Why is Fujairah unusual among the Emirates?
It's the only emirate that faces exclusively onto the Gulf of Oman rather than the Persian Gulf, with generally clearer waters, ideal for snorkelling and diving.
Q. Is Fujairah a good spot for diving?
Yes, its waters are among the best in the country for snorkelling and diving, with several specialised resorts along the coast.
Q. Why is Fujairah important for the oil sector?
Its port is one of the world's leading hubs for ship bunkering and oil storage, a strategic position on the Gulf of Oman that makes it a key node for exporting Persian Gulf crude without passing through the Strait of Hormuz.
Q. Are there mountains near Fujairah?
Yes, the Hajar Mountains are easily reached from Fujairah's coast, offering scenery quite different from the rest of the country.
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