Flying from London to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED): what you need to know
When planning your flight from London to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED), you'll have a good selection of airports to take off from. Consider London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
The average time for a direct flight from London to King Abdulaziz International Airport is 6 hours 17 minutes.
Jeddah is 3 hours ahead of London. King Abdulaziz International Airport is located in Jeddah, which operates on the UTC+3 timezone.
The busiest route is from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED), with 17 direct services every week. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from LHR to JED is the 12:30 Saudia option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 22:25 with British Airways.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to JED. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Take off and land with no stops from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Nonstop flights from London to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) can be booked from here.
You can get away on a direct flight from London to King Abdulaziz International Airport with Saudia. This top carrier offers services from LHR.
We make it simple to plan a flight from London to JED with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers between LHR and JED include:
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Luxor International Airport (LXR)
LHR is around 31 kilometres from central London. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will show you the fastest route and your public transport options.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from London to King Abdulaziz International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Searching for more options for a direct flight from London to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)? Browse the fares departing from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
You have a choice of airlines that operate direct flights from London to JED departing from LGW. Set off with any of these carriers and head straight to your destination:
Get the most out of your vacation with a stopover on your flight from London to King Abdulaziz International Airport. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you'd like to do, here's where you can stop between London Gatwick Airport and JED:
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
You can reach LGW from the centre of London in about 1 hour and 19 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes to travel the 80 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from London to JED? Check in to a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
About King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Book a hotel close to JED if you're catching a late flight from London to King Abdulaziz International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
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 reach the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Lock in a one-way ticket from London to King Abdulaziz International Airport from C$111 or travel return from just C$247. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.
6 months is how far we recommend booking ahead to lock in flight tickets from London to JED.
March is the cheapest month for tickets from London to King Abdulaziz International Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from London to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
April is the quietest time to travel to Jeddah. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take your trip in August. This is the busiest month for flights from London to King Abdulaziz International Airport.
The warmest month in Jeddah is July, with temperatures ranging between 27ºC and 37ºC. Lock in your flights from London to JED in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from London to King Abdulaziz International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 19ºC and 28ºC on average.
More about Jeddah
Start your Jeddah trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London to King Abdulaziz International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
All great vacations should include a little sightseeing. Athr Gallery, Red Sea Gateway Terminal and Darat Safeya Bizagr are must-visits when exploring Jeddah.
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