Flying from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Shah Amanat International Airport (CGP): what you need to know
Around 6 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Shah Amanat International Airport.
Chittagong's timezone is UTC+6, making Chittagong three hours ahead of Jeddah.
There are six King Abdulaziz International Airport to Shah Amanat International Airport flights every week.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your JED to CGP flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Biman Bangladesh Airlines is your ticket to exploring Chittagong (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Bangladesh!). Browse the direct flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Shah Amanat International Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Biman Bangladesh Airlines.
Among carriers operating JED to CGP flights, Biman Bangladesh Airlines has the best record for on-time arrivals.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Shah Amanat International Airport. These are the top stopovers between JED and CGP:
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Shah Amanat International Airport (CGP)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way King Abdulaziz International Airport to Shah Amanat International Airport flight is R 2,982. A round-trip fare is currently R 4,877. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap tickets from JED to CGP by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Shah Amanat International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from JED to CGP.
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Handy information about King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
King Abdulaziz International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 81.7% of flights that depart JED land on time.
King Abdulaziz International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Jeddah. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near JED. Whether you're boarding an early flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Shah Amanat International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Shah Amanat International Airport (CGP)
Consider staying at Hotel Agrabad after touching down from your King Abdulaziz International Airport to Shah Amanat International Airport flight. It's a short drive from CGP and a comfy option if you'd like to freshen up right away.
Getting from Shah Amanat International Airport (CGP) to central Chittagong
From Shah Amanat International Airport, Chittagong is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Shah Amanat International Airport (CGP)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Shah Amanat International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Chittagong. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Shah Amanat International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Chittagong, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from JED to CGP in January. Average temperatures are between 15ºC (59ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of Bangladesh
Dhaka is just one of the many cities in Bangladesh waiting to be discovered after you've seen Chittagong. Around 225 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include National Parliament House, Dhakeshwari Temple and Bangladesh National Museum.
Khulna is another essential stop in Bangladesh and is around 241 kilometres west of Chittagong. No journey is complete without experiencing Padmo Pukur, Rupsa Riverview and Tourlink BD.