Flying from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Jeddah Airport (JED): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Riyadh Airport to Jeddah Airport.
Riyadh and Jeddah are in the same timezone, UTC+3.
Flights from RUH to JED start from 00:05 — the earliest with Saudia. The latest departure is at 23:55 with Saudia. In total, there are 418 weekly Riyadh Airport to Jeddah Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your RUH to JED flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
A range of airlines operate direct flights from Riyadh Airport to Jeddah Airport, so getting to Jeddah (and then exploring more of Saudi Arabia!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Saudia on this route.
With a reliable 85.94% of services arriving as planned, Saudia has the best on-time performance for RUH to JED flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Riyadh Airport to Jeddah Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between RUH and JED:
Dammam Airport
Madinah Airport
Abha Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Jeddah Airport (JED)
ج.م. 4,698 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Riyadh Airport to Jeddah Airport flight. A return flight starts from ج.م. 9,746. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from RUH to JED, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Riyadh Airport to Jeddah Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from RUH to JED.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Riyadh Airport to Jeddah Airport.
Handy information about Riyadh Airport (RUH)
85% of flights leaving Riyadh Airport arrive at their destination on time. With its impressive on-time stats, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from RUH.
Central Riyadh to Riyadh Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a hotel to stay in before your flight from Riyadh Airport to Jeddah Airport? Check out Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel. Enjoy a good night's sleep here before making your way to RUH.
Arriving at Jeddah Airport (JED)
Consider booking a hotel close to JED if you're taking a late Riyadh Airport to Jeddah Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Jeddah Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Final Rentals, Avis or Budget and experience more of Jeddah and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Jeddah Airport about two weeks ahead.
When to fly to Jeddah Airport (JED)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Riyadh Airport to Jeddah Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Jeddah. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Riyadh Airport to Jeddah Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Jeddah, with temperatures ranging from 27ºC to 37ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 19ºC and 28ºC. Look for cheap tickets from RUH to JED sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Jeddah has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Saudi Arabia waiting to be explored. About 88 kilometres east of Jeddah, a trip to Mecca will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Almashar Alharam Mosque, Mecca and Masjid Al Khaif.
