Travelling from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED): what you need to know
Jeddah is seven hours ahead of Philadelphia and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your PHL to JED flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Philadelphia International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between PHL and JED include:
Washington Dulles International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Right now, 474 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 819 €. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from PHL to JED. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from PHL to JED.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Philadelphia International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
PHL is located at Industrial Highway and Island Road.
Of all flights departing from Philadelphia International Airport, 78.93% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Philadelphia International Airport from central Philadelphia, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to PHL:
Arriving at King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Philadelphia International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near JED instead:
Grab a King Abdulaziz International Airport rental car and explore Jeddah and beyond with your own wheels. Final Rentals, Avis and Budget are popular outlets you can book with here.
Booking your ride from King Abdulaziz International Airport around two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
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 reach the centre driving.
When to fly to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Jeddah. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Jeddah, with the temperature ranging from 27ºC (81ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PHL to JED sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Mecca is just one of the many cities in Saudi Arabia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Jeddah. Around 88 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include View point, Pelontaran Jumrah Mina and Al Arak Park.
Around 306 kilometres north of Jeddah, Yanbu is another essential stop in Saudi Arabia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Yanbu Corniche, Yanbu Lakes and Yanbu Historic Area.