Travelling from Johannesburg to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED): what you need to know
Johannesburg's main base, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Johannesburg to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED).
Jeddah is 1 hour ahead of Johannesburg. King Abdulaziz International Airport is located in Jeddah, which operates on the UTC+3 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Johannesburg to JED. 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.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight from Johannesburg to JED that includes a stopover. To see your options departing from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between JNB and JED include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The distance from central Johannesburg to JNB is about 29 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the quickest route, whether in your own car or with public transport.
Want a convenient hotel close to O.R. Tambo International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Johannesburg to King Abdulaziz International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
About King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Johannesburg to King Abdulaziz International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near JED instead:
Getting from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to central Jeddah
From King Abdulaziz International Airport, Jeddah is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 21 minutes to get to the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
R 5,248 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to King Abdulaziz International Airport. Return flights start from R 8,167. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Johannesburg to JED if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Johannesburg to King Abdulaziz International Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Create a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll be the first to know when prices fall. Timing is key when finding cheap tickets from Johannesburg to JED.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Johannesburg to King Abdulaziz International Airport. Simply enter your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
The best time to fly from Johannesburg to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
August is the busiest month for flights from Johannesburg to King Abdulaziz International Airport. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to Jeddah in April when it's quieter.
Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Jeddah. July is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Johannesburg to JED sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 27ºC and 37ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Johannesburg to King Abdulaziz International Airport in January when temperatures average between 19ºC and 28ºC.
More about Jeddah
Start your Jeddah trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to King Abdulaziz International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Athr Gallery, Red Sea Gateway Terminal and Darat Safeya Bizagr are major attractions which should be on every Jeddah itinerary.
Complete your Jeddah trip with a car rental
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