Flying from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED): what you need to know
A direct flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to King Abdulaziz International Airport takes on average 5 hours 50 minutes. The timezone in Jeddah is UTC+3, making it 2 hours ahead of Amsterdam.
You can choose from 6 weekly flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to King Abdulaziz International Airport. The 08:30 departure with Saudia is the earliest available from AMS to JED. Saudia operates the last service of the day at 16:20 if you'd rather not get up at the crack of dawn.
Flying during a peak time like June? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Saudia is your ticket to exploring Jeddah (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Saudi Arabia!). Browse the direct flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to King Abdulaziz International Airport offered by this carrier.
We make it a cinch to get a flight with a stopover. To see the options for flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to King Abdulaziz International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between AMS and JED include:
Sharm El Sheikh Airport
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Don't forget, you might need a visa to enter Saudi Arabia. Visa requirements vary and travel documentation requirements change frequently. Before organising your cheap ticket from AMS to JED, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to King Abdulaziz International Airport is R 2,873. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 5,498. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Book 10 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from AMS to JED.
The cheapest month for tickets from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to King Abdulaziz International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from AMS to JED. There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped. We'll update you as soon as the price changes.
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Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The journey from central Amsterdam to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol takes around 1 hour and 3 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 23 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Got an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to King Abdulaziz International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to AMS:
Arriving at King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Reserve a hotel close to JED if you're taking a late flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to King Abdulaziz International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to central Jeddah
King Abdulaziz International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Jeddah. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 21 minutes.
When to fly to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to King Abdulaziz International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Jeddah. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to King Abdulaziz International Airport for July if you want to explore Jeddah during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 27ºC and 37ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from AMS to JED in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 19ºC and 28ºC on average.
More about Jeddah
Start your Jeddah trip right by finding the perfect stay. Once you've booked your flight from AMS to JED, have a look at our accommodation options including:
Athr Gallery and Red Sea Gateway Terminal are a couple of major attractions to put on your Jeddah itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Darat Safeya Bizagr.
Complete your Jeddah trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to King Abdulaziz International Airport, explore the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Jeddah escape.