Travelling from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED): what you need to know
Jeddah's timezone is UTC+3, making Jeddah one hour ahead of Johannesburg.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your JNB to JED flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from O.R. Tambo International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between JNB and JED:
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Cairo International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way O.R. Tambo International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport flight is R 5,259. A round-trip fare right now is R 8,184. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from JNB to JED. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across each month and land a great deal.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from JNB to JED.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport.
Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
77.1% of flights departing from O.R. Tambo International Airport make it to their destination on time.
O.R. Tambo International Airport is around 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near JNB? If you're boarding an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
If you're arriving on a late O.R. Tambo International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near JED:
Grab a King Abdulaziz International Airport rental car and discover Jeddah and beyond with your own set of wheels. Final Rentals, Avis and Budget are leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from King Abdulaziz International Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to central Jeddah
From King Abdulaziz International Airport, Jeddah is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
August is the busiest month for flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Jeddah in April.
Before locking in your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Jeddah, with the temperature ranging from 27ºC (81ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from JNB to JED in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
You've visited Jeddah, now it's time to discover more of Saudi Arabia. Journey about 88 kilometres east to Mecca to check off its popular sights. From View point to Pelontaran Jumrah Mina and Al Arak Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Yanbu is another well-known destination in Saudi Arabia and is around 306 kilometres north of Jeddah. No journey is complete without dropping by Yanbu Corniche, Yanbu Lakes and Yanbu Historic Area.
