Flying from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Dubai: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 10 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Dubai.
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4. The city is one hour ahead of Jeddah, where King Abdulaziz International Airport is located.
With 110 flights a week between the two airports, King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Dubai Airport (DXB) is the most popular route. Saudia operates the earliest flight at 00:35. If you're eager to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest departure from JED to DXB is with flydubai at 23:10.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your JED to Dubai flight.
Travelling during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
You can book a direct King Abdulaziz International Airport to Dubai ticket. Begin your journey at JED and land at Dubai Airport (DXB).
Pick from a variety of airlines that offer direct flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Dubai. Book your journey with one of these:
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from JED to Dubai with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
King Fahd International Airport (DMM)
To reach JED from central Jeddah, it takes around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. It's roughly 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near JED. Whether you're catching an early flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Dubai or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
King Abdulaziz International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 81.7% of flights that take off from JED land on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Dubai
The lowest price we've found for a one-way King Abdulaziz International Airport to Dubai flight is R 923. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,534. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from JED to Dubai, book your trip one month ahead of your departure.
The best month for landing cheap King Abdulaziz International Airport to Dubai tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
You don't need to keep checking in to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when there's an extra saving on cheap flights from JED to Dubai.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Dubai by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai takes about 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
It takes around 50 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Dubai. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Dubai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and explore beyond Dubai's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Dubai Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from JED to Dubai.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) is around 56 kilometres from central Dubai. Once you've hopped off your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Dubai, it'll take you around 45 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 2 hours 5 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near DWC. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your JED to Dubai flight:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Quicklease Car Hire, Quick Drive or Golden Key Car Hire and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from DWC three weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dubai
Plan your trip to Dubai in high season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Dubai during low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Book a King Abdulaziz International Airport to Dubai flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from JED to Dubai in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
More about Dubai
Start your Dubai trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Dubai, check out our range of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. The Dubai Mall Heart, Burj Khalifa and Desert safari tourism are attractions you won't want to skip in Dubai.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
You've visited Dubai, now it's time to explore other corners of United Arab Emirates. Travel about 121 kilometres south-west to Abu Dhabi to tick off its top sights. From Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque to Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Khawr Fakkān is another well-known destination in United Arab Emirates and is around 113 kilometres east of Dubai. No trip is complete without seeing Souq Sharq, Mountain Top View Point and Wadi Wurayah National Park.