Flying from Almaty Airport (ALA) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Almaty Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport is 6 hours 29 minutes. Jeddah's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Jeddah 3 hours behind Almaty.
Each week, there are 3 flights from Almaty Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport. To be on board as early as possible, take the 00:25 flynas flight. If you're keen to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight from ALA to JED is 09:55 with flynas.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Air Astana offers direct flights from Almaty Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport. Book with this popular airline, and get ready to tick off the sights in Jeddah — plus maybe even more of Saudi Arabia if time allows.
To break up your flight from Almaty Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a city that appeals to you. The most popular stopovers on the ALA - JED route are:
Hamad International Airport
Muscat International Airport
Dubai Airport
Before getting your cheap ticket from ALA to JED, check whether you need a visa to enter Saudi Arabia. Visa and travel document requirements may vary and are updated often. For the most up-to-date information, contact the nearest consulate or embassy of the country you're traveling to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Almaty Airport (ALA) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Almaty Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport is C$337. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$717. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 11 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from ALA to JED.
Organize your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Almaty Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from ALA to JED. You don't need to check back in every day to see whether fares have fallen. We'll update you when there's a change in price.
Play around with filters to find the right journey for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Almaty Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Almaty Airport (ALA)
To get to Almaty Airport from central Almaty, it takes about 37 minutes if you're traveling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city center.
After a handy hotel close to ALA? If you're on an early flight from Almaty Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
If you have a late flight from Almaty Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near JED:
Getting from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to central Jeddah
From King Abdulaziz International Airport, Jeddah is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 21 minutes to get to the center driving.
When to fly to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
The quietest month for a flight from Almaty Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Jeddah based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Almaty Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Jeddah, with temperatures ranging from 27ºC to 37ºC.
Search for cheap flight tickets from ALA to JED in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 19ºC and 28ºC on average.
More about Jeddah
If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Jeddah right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from ALA to JED:
Athr Gallery and Red Sea Gateway Terminal are just two of the major attractions to add to your Jeddah must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Darat Safeya Bizagr.
Complete your Jeddah trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks than just comparing flights. After booking your cheap ticket to King Abdulaziz International Airport, explore our car rental deals that'll give you the flexibility and freedom to travel around at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your perfect Jeddah stay.