After check in I went through immigration and security. Unlike DXB you needed to pre-register to use the Smart gates so I had to line up and get stamped out the old-fashioned way.

Sharjah Airport Dutyfree included the usual full range of wine, beer and liquor which was quite surprising as the emirate is dry with all alcohol banned.

Waiting at the gate with my boarding pass.


Although Pegasus Airlines also flies from Dubai Airport, they had a special deal from Sharjah when I went to book that was $120 cheaper. I had always wanted to fly out from Sharjah despite being a slightly longer taxi ride so figured it was a good opportunity. Even with additional extras for checked luggage, extra cabin baggage, priority boarding and a hot meal onboard, the flight to Oslo via Istanbul ended up being only $240 total.

About to board the Pegasus 737 at a remote stand.


And at my pre-selected bulkhead seat. After take-off I put on eye shades and put in my ear plugs for some early morning shut-eye.