Travelling from Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 15 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Mogadishu International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport.
Mogadishu and Jeddah follow the same timezone, UTC+3.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MGQ to JED flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Freedom Airline is your ticket to exploring Jeddah (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Saudi Arabia!). Check out the direct flights from Mogadishu International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Freedom Airline on this route.
Daallo Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers MGQ to JED flights.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Mogadishu International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport. These are the top stopovers between MGQ and JED:
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Dubai Airport
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Currently, R 6,327 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Mogadishu International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 10,536. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Book 11 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MGQ to JED.
Organise your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for flights from Mogadishu International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
Snapping up cheap flights from MGQ to JED is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Mogadishu International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport.
Handy information about Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ)
82.76% of flights departing from Mogadishu International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. Given its solid on-time performance, delays are unlikely when jetting out of MGQ.
To reach Mogadishu International Airport from central Mogadishu, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Booking a night at a hotel can take the stress out of getting to the airport on time. If you're looking for a place to stay before your flight from Mogadishu International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport, have a look at Lovely 3-Bed Apartment in Mogadishu. It's a quick drive from MGQ.
Arriving at King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Consider staying in a hotel near JED if you're taking a late Mogadishu International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a King Abdulaziz International Airport rental car and explore Jeddah and beyond with your own set of wheels. Final Rentals, Avis and Budget are popular outlets to choose from here.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from King Abdulaziz International Airport around two weeks before travelling.
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 pick your trip dates for your flight from Mogadishu International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Jeddah. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Jeddah is July, with temperatures ranging between 27ºC (81ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your flights from Mogadishu International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MGQ to JED around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
You've visited Jeddah, now it's time to explore other corners of Saudi Arabia. Journey around 88 kilometres east to Mecca to check off its popular sights. From View point to Pelontaran Jumrah Mina and Al Arak Park, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Yanbu is another sought-after 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.
