Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED): what you need to know
The timezone in Jeddah is UTC+3, which is three hours ahead of Edinburgh.
To ensure you get on your EDI to JED flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between EDI and JED:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
R 2,302 is the lowest price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 4,863. These prices may change based on demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from EDI to JED if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment the price changes on cheap flights from EDI to JED.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Edinburgh Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
67.94% of flights that leave from Edinburgh Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To reach Edinburgh Airport from central Edinburgh, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near EDI. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Consider staying in a hotel near JED if you're taking a late Edinburgh Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure 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 main sights.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from King Abdulaziz International Airport about two weeks in advance.
Getting from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to central Jeddah
King Abdulaziz International Airport to the centre of 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 plan your travel dates for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Jeddah. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Jeddah is July, with temperatures ranging between 27ºC (81ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your flights from Edinburgh Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from EDI to JED in January. Temperatures average between 19ºC (66ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
You've done Jeddah, now it's time to discover other corners of Saudi Arabia. Travel about 88 kilometres east to Mecca to tick off its leading sights. From View point to Pelontaran Jumrah Mina and Al Arak Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
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.