Flying from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport is 1 hour 53 minutes. Jeddah's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Jeddah 1 hour ahead of Sharm El Sheikh.
For the earliest departure, jump on the 06:30 flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport. If you want to go later, the last flight is at 17:25. With 22 flights every week from SSH to JED, you can pick the timing that works best for you.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Jetting into Jeddah (and exploring more of Saudi Arabia!) is a breeze with Saudia. This popular airline has direct flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see the options for flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between SSH and JED are:
King Khaled International Airport
Queen Alia International Airport
Cairo International Airport
Don't forget, you might need a visa to enter Saudi Arabia. Visa regulations vary and travel documentation requirements are constantly changing. Before organizing your cheap ticket from SSH to JED, be sure to check with your carrier and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for current information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport is C$141. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$290. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get cheap flight tickets from SSH to JED, reserve your trip 10 months before your departure.
June is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
Getting a cheap ticket from SSH to JED couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as the price has dropped.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport.
Handy information about Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
Located around 5 kilometres from central Sharm El Sheikh, Sharm El Sheikh Airport can be reached in about 7 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey on public transport will take roughly 51 minutes.
Got an early flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to SSH:
Arriving at King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Consider booking a hotel close to JED if you're on a late flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to central Jeddah
King Abdulaziz International Airport to central Jeddah is around 21 minutes in a car. It's approximately 19 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
When to fly to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Jeddah. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Sharm El Sheikh Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport for July if you want to explore Jeddah during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 27ºC and 37ºC.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SSH to JED in January. Average temperatures are between 19ºC and 28ºC then.
More about Jeddah
After locking in your flights from SSH to JED, you'll want to find a hotel in Jeddah. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this popular destination:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Athr Gallery, Red Sea Gateway Terminal and Darat Safeya Bizagr are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Jeddah itinerary.
Complete your Jeddah trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to King Abdulaziz International Airport — next on the list is finding a place to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Jeddah.