Travelling from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Washington DC: what you need to know
King Abdulaziz International Airport is located in Jeddah. Operating on the UTC-4 timezone, Washington DC is 7 hours behind Jeddah.
With 6 flights a week between the two airports, King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is the most popular route. Saudia operates the earliest flight at 09:25. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from JED to IAD is with Saudia at 09:50.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from JED to Washington DC. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Nonstop flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Washington DC are available for booking. Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is where you'll arrive.
Look out for promotions from Saudia. This carrier operates direct flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Washington DC.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for flights from JED to Washington DC, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
If you hold a passport from Saudi Arabia, you'll need an embassy visa to visit United States. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Washington DC for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines ahead of booking and certainly before you fly.
JED is about 19 kilometres from central Jeddah. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 21 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a handy hotel near JED? If you're catching an early flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Washington DC, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Washington DC
R 6,161 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Washington DC. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 14,217. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from JED to Washington DC, book your trip 9 months before your planned departure.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Washington DC. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) is around 8 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 16 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes around 43 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near DCA if you have a late flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Washington DC. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Once your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Washington DC has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 51 minutes by car. Central Washington DC is roughly 56 kilometres from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).
Public transport will get you there in approximately 3 hours and 26 minutes.
After your flight from JED to Washington DC, settle in at a hotel close to IAD. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Washington DC
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Washington DC while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Washington DC, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Washington DC is July, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Washington DC in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap flights from JED to Washington DC sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Washington DC
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Washington DC right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Washington DC:
White House Historical Association and The White House are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Washington DC itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at National Mall.
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