How to Get to Fujairah, United Arab Emirates

Fujairah has its own airport, but it is mostly used for cargo and private flights. Moreover, there are no direct flights from Russia, you can get there either with a connection somewhere in Europe, or through Dubai. Check jibin123 for customs regulations and visa requirements of United Arab Emirates.

Tourists usually fly to Dubai, since it is just over 100 km from Fujairah. In particular, you can fly directly from Moscow to Dubai on the flights of Aeroflot, Emirates, Fly Dubai, Ural Airlines. One way trip will take 5.5 hours. You can also fly from the Russian capital in 5 hours on a direct Air Arabia plane to Sharjah, but it takes a little longer and more expensive to get from here.

From airport to city

Getting from Dubai airport to Fujairah is easy. The most comfortable and quick way to get there is by taxi, the cost is fixed for all services, as it is controlled by the state. Depending on the location of the hotel, it will cost 350-470 AED and take about 1.5 hours. The prices on the page are for August 2021.

Also from all terminals of the Dubai airport from 5:00-6:00 until midnight there are buses every half an hour. The fare is 25-48 AED, you can check the schedule and route number at the office. carrier website. There is also a route map and a smartphone app to help you navigate Dubai’s public transport world.

District Fujairah

The most popular tourist areas, which is logical, are the coastal ones. Among them are El Fujairah, Dibba, Al-Badiya, Kalba and Khor Fakkan. Here, on the first beach line, the best hotels are located. The capital of the emirate, lurking in the bay of the Gulf of Oman, is small (only 50 thousand inhabitants), modern and European in mood. On the wide bright streets there are residential skyscrapers and business centers, on the picturesque coast there are hotels and beaches with all kinds of activities: from diving to snorkeling.

In the vicinity of El Fujairah, an old Portuguese fort and a complex of architectural monuments from the 17th century are noteworthy.

Dibba is split into three parts, two of which belong to the United Arab Emirates, and one to neighboring Oman. The city owes its name to the Portuguese fortress of Dibba al-Hisn, which has survived to this day, and its tourist popularity is due to its peaceful atmosphere, fresh mountain air and stunning beaches.

The main attraction of the village of Al-Badiya, which is 30 km from El-Fujairah, is the mosque of the same name, one of the oldest in the emirates. Built in the 15th century, it can accommodate no more than 30 people and is very different from the religious buildings characteristic of the region, resembling more traditional Yemeni temples.

The town of Kalba is known for its mangrove forests with outlandish inhabitants, as well as ancient Portuguese architecture and – like, in fact, the whole of Fujairah – excellent beaches. And Khor-Fakkan – translated as “the bay of two jaws” – is a paradise for lovers of secluded relaxation and first-class diving: corals, fish, turtles, stingrays – what treasures are hidden under the local water surface.

There are no dangerous or dirty areas in Fujairah, but it is still recommended not to stop in the highlands, as there is active quarrying.

Fujairah Hotels

The choice of hotels in the emirate of Fujairah is not as great as in Dubai or Sharjah, but nevertheless, there is still a room for any budget. Some of the most prestigious hotels are five-star Hilton Fujairah Resort, Le Meridien Al Aqah Beach Resort, Radisson Blu Resort.

Prices in good “three rubles” start from 230 AED per night. The Sandy Beach Hotel is popular for its excellent diving conditions: the hotel has a diving center, and off the coast there is Snoopy Island, where it is convenient and interesting to dive underwater.

Transportation

In Fujairah, urban transport is not developed. There are no subways and trams here, and if a bus flashes by on the road, most likely it belongs to a private company or delivers students from one of the local schools home. Officially, there are about 10 bus routes throughout the emirate, and even those are not laid in the most popular tourist places. So far, intercity communication has been established only with Dubai. Water transport is used mainly for organizing cruises; renting a motorbike or a bicycle will not work either: due to hot weather, they are not in demand. You can only move around the city by car or on foot.

In fact, the only public transport is a taxi, so there are no problems with cars here. In places of mass congestion of tourists, there are a lot of private traders who are always ready to take you in the right direction. To stop the car, just raise your hand along the road. However, private cab drivers do not always have taximeters, which means that it is better to agree on the cost of the trip right away.

Another option is to take a municipal taxi, whose fares are fixed and regulated by law. During the day, 1 km costs 2 AED, at night – 3.50 AED. Drivers speak English more or less clearly and use a meter.

• Fujairah Map

Rent a Car

Renting a car is a great alternative to walking and constantly looking for taxis on the streets of Fujairah. The roads here are of high quality, the drivers are polite, the urban layout is simple, and gasoline is inexpensive. There are local and international car rental offices at the airport and many hotels. To rent, you will need a driver’s license (driving experience – at least 1 year), most often you do not need to leave a deposit. You can rent a small car for 135 AED, an economy car for 150 AED, a standard model for 200 AED, an SUV from 225 AED per day.

Traffic in Fujairah is right-handed, road signs are understandable, all signs are duplicated in English. Sanctions for violating traffic rules here are severe: if for speeding (the limit in cities is 60 km / h) only a serious fine threatens, then for driving while intoxicated – imprisonment. Traffic jams in the emirate are rare, there are many parking lots, and most of them are free.