Flying from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport.
Nairobi and Jeddah follow the same timezone, UTC+3.
Every week, there are 15 Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport flights. To get going as early as possible, take the 01:00 Saudia flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 07:05 with Saudia.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your NBO to JED flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Flying into Jeddah (and then exploring more of Saudi Arabia!) is a breeze with Saudia. This popular airline has direct flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport.
Saudia is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
With 78.75% of services arriving as scheduled, Saudia is the most punctual carrier operating NBO to JED flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between NBO and JED:
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Julius Nyerere International Airport
Cairo International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Right now, R 3,505 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 6,748. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from NBO to JED, reserve your trip five months ahead of your departure.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Jomo Kenyatta International 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 Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, 67.1% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Nairobi. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near NBO? If you've booked an early flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near JED instead:
Follow your own route with a King Abdulaziz International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Final Rentals, Avis or Budget and venture far and wide through Jeddah and beyond.
Reserving your ride from King Abdulaziz International Airport about two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to central Jeddah
King Abdulaziz International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Jeddah. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
The quietest month for a flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Jeddah based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Jeddah is July, with the temperature ranging between 27ºC (81ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from NBO to JED in January. Average temperatures are between 19ºC (66ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Mecca is just one of the many places in Saudi Arabia waiting to be explored after you've seen Jeddah. Around 88 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include View point, Pelontaran Jumrah Mina and Al Arak Park.
Yanbu is another favourite destination in Saudi Arabia and is around 306 kilometres north of Jeddah. No trip is complete without visiting Yanbu Corniche, Yanbu Lakes and Yanbu Historic Area.
