Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED): what you need to know
The timezone in Jeddah is UTC+3, which is eight hours behind Sydney.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your SYD to JED flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like April, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between SYD and JED include:
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport
Dubai Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
320 € is the best price for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport flight. Return flights start from 622 €. These prices may change depending on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SYD to JED if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
Picking up cheap flights from SYD to JED is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Of all flights leaving Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 69.62% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Sydney to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to SYD:
Arriving at King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near JED instead:
Follow your own route with a King Abdulaziz International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Final Rentals, Avis or Budget and chase adventure across Jeddah and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from King Abdulaziz International Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to central Jeddah
King Abdulaziz International Airport to the centre of Jeddah has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
When to fly to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
The quietest month for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Jeddah based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When booking your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Jeddah, with temperatures ranging from 27ºC (81ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SYD to JED in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Jeddah is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Saudi Arabia waiting to be explored. Around 88 kilometres east of Jeddah, a visit to Mecca will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like View point, Pelontaran Jumrah Mina and Al Arak Park.
Yanbu is another well-known destination in Saudi Arabia and is around 306 kilometres north of Jeddah. No trip is complete without dropping by Yanbu Corniche, Yanbu Lakes and Yanbu Historic Area.