Flying from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED): what you need to know
The timezone in Jeddah is UTC+3, which is three hours ahead of Cardiff.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your CWL to JED flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as June? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to tour another city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cardiff Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is a sought-after stop between CWL and JED.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
C$540 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Cardiff Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport flight. Return flights start from C$522. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from CWL to JED, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Save time looking for cheap flights from CWL to JED by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Cardiff Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport.
Handy information about Cardiff Airport (CWL)
66.16% of flights that leave from Cardiff Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Cardiff to Cardiff Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to CWL? If you're boarding an early flight from Cardiff 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 Cardiff Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these hotels near JED:
Travel at your own pace with a King Abdulaziz International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Final Rentals, Avis or Budget and see more of Jeddah and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from King Abdulaziz International Airport around two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to central Jeddah
King Abdulaziz International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Jeddah. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
August is the busiest month for flights from Cardiff Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Jeddah in April.
When reserving your flight from Cardiff Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Jeddah, with temperatures ranging from 27ºC (81ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CWL to JED sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Jeddah is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Saudi Arabia you should also see. About 88 kilometres east of Jeddah, a visit to Mecca will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like View point, Pelontaran Jumrah Mina and Al Arak Park.
Yanbu is another sought-after destination in Saudi Arabia and is around 306 kilometres north of Jeddah. No journey is complete without experiencing Yanbu Corniche, Yanbu Lakes and Yanbu Historic Area.
