Travelling from Hamburg to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Hamburg. Check out your options leaving from Hamburg Airport (HAM) or Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC) when planning your flight from Hamburg to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED).
King Abdulaziz International Airport is located in Jeddah. The city runs on the UTC+3 timezone and is two hours ahead of Hamburg.
Your flight from Hamburg to JED won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Heading off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Hamburg to JED departing from Hamburg Airport (HAM), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Top options include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Located around 11 kilometres from central Hamburg, HAM can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near Hamburg Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Hamburg to King Abdulaziz International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Of the flights that depart from Hamburg Airport, 75.01% touch down on time at their destination.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
You can arrive at LBC from the centre of Hamburg in approximately 1 hour by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 80 kilometres or so.
Flying out early in the morning? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Luebeck-Blankensee Airport the day before your Hamburg to JED flight:
About King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Hamburg to King Abdulaziz International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near JED instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a King Abdulaziz International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Final Rentals, Avis or Budget and explore beyond Jeddah's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Hamburg to King Abdulaziz International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
At the moment, R 2,016 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Hamburg to King Abdulaziz International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 4,073. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Hamburg to JED, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
Affordable Hamburg to King Abdulaziz International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Hamburg to King Abdulaziz International Airport.
The best time to fly from Hamburg to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
August is when most people book flights from Hamburg to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED). Visit Jeddah in April for a more low-key escape.
Before locking in your Hamburg to JED plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Jeddah, with temperatures ranging from 27ºC (81ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Hamburg to King Abdulaziz International Airport in January when temperatures are between 19ºC (66ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Jeddah
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Jeddah right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Hamburg to King Abdulaziz International Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Jeddah Corniche, Jeddah Corniche and سيتي ووك City Walk Jeddah are top attractions which should be on every Jeddah itinerary.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
You've visited Jeddah, now it's time to explore other parts of Saudi Arabia. Travel around 137 kilometres south-east to Ash Shafā to tick off its popular sights. From Al Shafa Park to جبل الطائف الأخضر and Sultan Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Rābigh is another place you shouldn't miss during your Saudi Arabia trip. Head to this destination, which is roughly 137 kilometres north of Jeddah, to visit highlights like Splash Water Park.