Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED): what you need to know
Expect to be airborne for around 1 hour 49 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport. Riyadh and Jeddah have the same timezone (UTC+3).
Every week, there are 498 flights from King Khaled International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport. The earliest departure from RUH to JED is at 00:10 and the latest is at 23:59.
Flying over a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Saudia is your gateway to discovering Jeddah (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Saudi Arabia!). Look through the direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport offered by this carrier.
If you'd like to break up your flight from King Khaled International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that interests you. The top stopovers on the RUH - JED route are:
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport
Abha Regional Airport
Al-Aqiq Airport
You won't need your passport or a visa for travel within Saudi Arabia. You will need a valid proof of identity however, such as a driver's license or an ID card. Put them on your packing list once you've booked your cheap ticket from RUH to JED.
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from King Khaled International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport is C$44. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$103. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Book 9 months before traveling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from RUH to JED.
May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from King Khaled International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Central Riyadh to King Khaled International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 33 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
After an easy start to your journey? Stay near RUH. Whether you're taking an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Arriving at King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
If you're arriving on a late flight from King Khaled International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases 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
King Abdulaziz International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the center of Jeddah. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 21 minutes.
When to fly to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from King Khaled International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Jeddah. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from King Khaled International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Jeddah, with temperatures ranging from 27ºC to 37ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 19ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from RUH to JED sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Jeddah
Once you've booked your flights from RUH to JED, you'll want to find somewhere to stay in Jeddah. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this city:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Athr Gallery, Red Sea Gateway Terminal and Darat Safeya Bizagr are attractions you won't want to skip in Jeddah.
Complete your Jeddah trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked a cheap ticket to King Abdulaziz International Airport — next on the list is finding somewhere to stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Jeddah.