Travelling from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Edmonton International Airport (YEG): what you need to know
The timezone in Edmonton is UTC-6, which is nine hours behind Jeddah.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your JED to YEG flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Edmonton International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between JED and YEG include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Los Angeles International Airport
Pearson International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
R 8,208 is the lowest price for a one-way King Abdulaziz International Airport to Edmonton International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 20,773. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from JED to YEG if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Edmonton International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across every month and score a great deal.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from JED to YEG.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Edmonton International Airport.
Handy information about King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
81.7% of flights leaving King Abdulaziz International Airport reach their destination according to schedule. Given its strong performance rating, disruptions are unlikely when jetting out of JED.
Central Jeddah to King Abdulaziz International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Booked an early flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Edmonton International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to JED:
Arriving at Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
If you're coming in on a late King Abdulaziz International Airport to Edmonton International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these hotels near YEG:
Travel at your own speed with an Edmonton International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Alamo or Hertz and see more of Edmonton and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Edmonton International Airport around one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to central Edmonton
Edmonton International Airport to central Edmonton has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Edmonton International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Edmonton. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Edmonton is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Lock in your flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Edmonton International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from JED to YEG in February. Temperatures average between -25ºC (-13ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF) then.
Explore more of Canada
Edmonton is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Canada you should also see. About 274 kilometres south of Edmonton, a visit to Calgary will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Calgary Tower, Heritage Park Historical Village and Glenbow Museum.
Around 483 kilometres east of Edmonton, Saskatoon is another favourite stop in Canada. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Wanuskewin Heritage Park, Remai Modern and Meewasin valley centre.
