Travelling from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED): what you need to know
Jeddah's timezone is UTC+3, making Jeddah one hour ahead of Durban.
Leave plenty of time to catch your DUR to JED flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Opt for a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from King Shaka International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport. Dubai Airport is a popular stopover on the DUR to JED route.
How to find the cheapest flights from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Right now, ج.م. 21,425 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way King Shaka International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ج.م. 31,442. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DUR to JED if you book in advance. Airlines often have some terrific early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from King Shaka International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from DUR to JED.
Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from King Shaka International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
86.29% of flights departing from King Shaka International Airport land at their destination as planned. Given its reliable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from DUR.
To get to King Shaka International Airport from central Durban, it'll take around 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Have an early flight from King Shaka International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to DUR:
Arriving at King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a King Shaka International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near JED instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a King Abdulaziz International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Final Rentals, Avis or Budget and explore beyond Jeddah's usual tourist stops.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from King Abdulaziz International Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to central Jeddah
King Abdulaziz International Airport to central Jeddah has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
When to fly to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from King Shaka International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Jeddah. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Jeddah is July, with temperatures ranging between 27ºC and 37ºC. Lock in your flights from King Shaka International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 19ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap tickets from DUR to JED sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
You've seen Jeddah, now it's time to explore other corners of Saudi Arabia. Journey about 88 kilometres east to Mecca to tick off its leading attractions. From View point to Pelontaran Jumrah Mina and Al Arak Park, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 306 kilometres north of Jeddah, Yanbu is another essential stop in Saudi Arabia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Yanbu Corniche, Yanbu Lakes and Yanbu Historic Area.
