Flying from Johannesburg to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED): What you need to know
Planning your trip starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Johannesburg. O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Johannesburg to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) jetting off from here.
The timezone in Jeddah is UTC+3, which is one hour ahead of Johannesburg. King Abdulaziz International Airport is located in Jeddah.
To ensure you catch your flight from Johannesburg to JED, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Johannesburg to JED. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
The journey from central Johannesburg to JNB takes about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 29 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a convenient hotel near O.R. Tambo International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Johannesburg to King Abdulaziz International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
77.1% of flights taking off from O.R. Tambo International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Depending on traffic conditions, you can drive to HLA from the centre of Johannesburg in about 50 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Lanseria International Airport the day before your Johannesburg to JED flight:
About King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Have a late flight from Johannesburg to King Abdulaziz International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Stay at one of these hotels near JED and turn in quicker:
Pick up a King Abdulaziz International Airport rental car and discover Jeddah and beyond with your own wheels. Final Rentals, Avis and Budget are popular outlets to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Johannesburg to King Abdulaziz International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Right now, ج.م. 16,560 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to King Abdulaziz International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 22,259. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Johannesburg to JED. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Johannesburg to King Abdulaziz International Airport tickets across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Johannesburg to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
April is the quietest month for flights from Johannesburg to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED), while August is the busiest. Find the ideal time to visit Jeddah based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your Johannesburg to JED flight ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Jeddah, with temperatures ranging from 27ºC to 37ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Johannesburg to King Abdulaziz International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC and 28ºC.
More about Jeddah
Start your Jeddah trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Johannesburg to King Abdulaziz International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Jeddah Corniche, Jeddah Corniche and سيتي ووك City Walk Jeddah are attractions you won't want to skip in Jeddah.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Jeddah has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Saudi Arabia just waiting to be explored. Around 137 kilometres south-east of Jeddah, a trip to Ash Shafā will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Al Shafa Park, جبل الطائف الأخضر and Sultan Park.
Eager to explore Splash Water Park? Then head over to Rābigh. Another favourite stop in Saudi Arabia, it's located roughly 137 kilometres north of Jeddah.
