Saudi Arabia flag Jeddah Airport (JED)

Country Saudi Arabia | Africa | Major Hub | IATA: JED | ICAO: OEJN | Elevation 48 ft · 15 m | Local time —

Destinations
134
Flights / day
403
Busiest route
Riyadh
Top airline
Saudi Arabian Airlines

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Airport averages 403 flights per day to 134 destinations, with 13 domestic routes and 119 international routes. A total of 64 airlines operate at JED, led by Saudi Arabian Airlines. This airport provides direct service to 56 countries across four continents, with Egypt representing its largest international market. The longest nonstop route from Jeddah King Abdulaziz connects to Toronto, with a typical flight time of 13 hr 15 mins. Updated: July 16, 2026

Route Network

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Airport connects 132 destinations worldwide, with Riyadh standing out as its busiest route. The longest nonstop flight is to Toronto, and the shortest flight is to Medina.

Saudi Arabia flag Riyadh (RUH) – Saudi Arabia 4 airlines
1 hr 55 mins
529 mi · 852 km
82
per day
Egypt flag Cairo (CAI) – Egypt 8 airlines
2 hr 45 mins
756 mi · 1,217 km
33
per day
Saudi Arabia flag Ad Dammam (DMM) – Saudi Arabia 3 airlines
2 hr 25 mins
748 mi · 1,204 km
27
per day
Saudi Arabia flag Abha (AHB) – Saudi Arabia 3 airlines
—
JED → AHB
17
per day
United Arab Emirates flag Dubai (DXB) – United Arab Emirates 4 airlines
3 hr 0 mins
1,056 mi · 1,699 km
13
per day
Saudi Arabia flag Jazan (GIZ) – Saudi Arabia 3 airlines
—
JED → GIZ
13
per day
Indonesia flag Jakarta (CGK) – Indonesia 3 airlines
10 hr 10 mins
4,953 mi · 7,971 km
8
per day
Pakistan flag Karachi (KHI) – Pakistan 7 airlines
4 hr 25 mins
1,788 mi · 2,877 km
8
per day
Qatar flag Doha (DOH) – Qatar 1 airline
2 hr 35 mins
827 mi · 1,331 km
8
per day
Türkiye flag Istanbul (IST) – Türkiye 3 airlines
4 hr 10 mins
1,484 mi · 2,388 km
8
per day
India flag Mumbai (BOM) – India 4 airlines
5 hr 10 mins
2,187 mi · 3,519 km
8
per day
Pakistan flag Islamabad (ISB) – Pakistan 5 airlines
5 hr 15 mins
2,206 mi · 3,550 km
7
per day
Pakistan flag Lahore (LHE) – Pakistan 5 airlines
5 hr 20 mins
2,270 mi · 3,653 km
7
per day
Oman flag Muscat (MCT) – Oman 2 airlines
3 hr 20 mins
1,226 mi · 1,973 km
6
per day
Sudan flag Port Sudan (PZU) – Sudan 3 airlines
1 hr 35 mins
199 mi · 320 km
6
per day
Malaysia flag Kuala Lumpur (KUL) – Malaysia 4 airlines
9 hr 10 mins
4,390 mi · 7,066 km
6
per day
Bahrain flag Manama (BAH) – Bahrain 1 airline
2 hr 30 mins
791 mi · 1,272 km
6
per day
Türkiye flag Istanbul (SAW) – Türkiye 3 airlines
4 hr 5 mins
1,447 mi · 2,329 km
6
per day
Kuwait flag Kuwait City (KWI) – Kuwait 2 airlines
2 hr 30 mins
757 mi · 1,219 km
5
per day
Türkiye flag Trabzon (TZX) – Türkiye 4 airlines
—
JED → TZX
5
per day
United Arab Emirates flag Abu Dhabi (AUH) – United Arab Emirates 1 airline
2 hr 55 mins
1,003 mi · 1,614 km
5
per day
Ethiopia flag Addis Ababa (ADD) – Ethiopia 3 airlines
2 hr 55 mins
878 mi · 1,413 km
5
per day
Egypt flag Alexandria (HBE) – Egypt 5 airlines
3 hr 0 mins
866 mi · 1,393 km
5
per day
Saudi Arabia flag Medina (MED) – Saudi Arabia 1 airline
1 hr 25 mins
202 mi · 324 km
5
per day
Jordan flag Amman (AMM) – Jordan 3 airlines
2 hr 40 mins
721 mi · 1,160 km
4
per day
Pakistan flag Multan (MUX) – Pakistan 4 airlines
5 hr 0 mins
2,081 mi · 3,349 km
4
per day
Bangladesh flag Dhaka (DAC) – Bangladesh 3 airlines
7 hr 5 mins
3,250 mi · 5,231 km
4
per day
Morocco flag Casablanca (CMN) – Morocco 3 airlines
7 hr 0 mins
2,950 mi · 4,747 km
3
per day
India flag New Delhi (DEL) – India 3 airlines
5 hr 35 mins
2,411 mi · 3,880 km
3
per day
India flag Calicut (CCJ) – India 3 airlines
5 hr 50 mins
2,538 mi · 4,084 km
3
per day
United Arab Emirates flag Sharjah (SHJ) – United Arab Emirates 1 airline
3 hr 0 mins
1,066 mi · 1,716 km
3
per day
India flag Bangalore (BLR) – India 4 airlines
5 hr 55 mins
2,600 mi · 4,185 km
3
per day
India flag Hyderabad (HYD) – India 3 airlines
5 hr 50 mins
2,570 mi · 4,137 km
2
per day
Yemen flag Aden (ADE) – Yemen 2 airlines
2 hr 25 mins
724 mi · 1,165 km
2
per day
Algeria flag Algiers (ALG) – Algeria 3 airlines
6 hr 0 mins
2,385 mi · 3,837 km
2
per day
Türkiye flag Ankara (ESB) – Türkiye 3 airlines
3 hr 50 mins
1,325 mi · 2,132 km
2
per day
France flag Paris (CDG) – France 1 airline
6 hr 35 mins
2,751 mi · 4,427 km
2
per day
Uzbekistan flag Tashkent (TAS) – Uzbekistan 3 airlines
5 hr 15 mins
2,213 mi · 3,561 km
2
per day
Lebanon flag Beirut (BEY) – Lebanon 1 airline
2 hr 55 mins
868 mi · 1,397 km
2
per day
Syrian Arab Republic flag Damascus (DAM) – Syrian Arab Republic 3 airlines
2 hr 50 mins
826 mi · 1,330 km
2
per day
India flag Kochi (COK) – India 2 airlines
5 hr 55 mins
2,592 mi · 4,171 km
2
per day
Bosnia and Herzegovina flag Sarajevo (SJJ) – Bosnia and Herzegovina 2 airlines
5 hr 5 mins
1,939 mi · 3,120 km
2
per day
United Kingdom flag London (LHR) – United Kingdom 1 airline
6 hr 55 mins
2,950 mi · 4,748 km
2
per day
India flag Ahmedabad (AMD) – India 2 airlines
5 hr 5 mins
2,136 mi · 3,438 km
2
per day
Egypt flag Assiut (ATZ) – Egypt 2 airlines
—
JED → ATZ
2
per day
Egypt flag Sharm el Sheikh (SSH) – Egypt 3 airlines
2 hr 20 mins
528 mi · 849 km
2
per day
Indonesia flag Surabaya (SUB) – Indonesia 2 airlines
10 hr 55 mins
5,372 mi · 8,645 km
2
per day
Tunisia flag Tunis (TUN) – Tunisia 2 airlines
5 hr 15 mins
2,022 mi · 3,254 km
1
per day
Sudan flag Khartoum (KRT) – Sudan 3 airlines
—
JED → KRT
1
per day
Kenya flag Nairobi (NBO) – Kenya 1 airline
4 hr 20 mins
1,596 mi · 2,569 km
1
per day
Egypt flag Sohag (HMB) – Egypt 2 airlines
—
JED → HMB
1
per day
Jordan flag Amman (ADJ) – Jordan 1 airline
—
JED → ADJ
1
per day
Greece flag Athens (ATH) – Greece 2 airlines
4 hr 10 mins
1,443 mi · 2,322 km
1
per day
United Kingdom flag Manchester (MAN) – United Kingdom 1 airline
7 hr 10 mins
3,080 mi · 4,957 km
1
per day
Philippines flag Manila (MNL) – Philippines 1 airline
10 hr 50 mins
5,341 mi · 8,595 km
1
per day
United States of America flag New York (JFK) – United States of America 1 airline
13 hr 0 mins
6,354 mi · 10,225 km
1
per day
Georgia flag Tbilisi (TBS) – Georgia 1 airline
3 hr 55 mins
1,422 mi · 2,288 km
1
per day
Saudi Arabia flag Al-Jawf (AJF) – Saudi Arabia 1 airline
—
JED → AJF
1
per day
Egypt flag Giza (SPX) – Egypt 1 airline
2 hr 50 mins
776 mi · 1,249 km
1
per day
Italy flag Rome (FCO) – Italy 1 airline
5 hr 25 mins
2,089 mi · 3,362 km
1
per day
Pakistan flag Sialkot (SKT) – Pakistan 1 airline
5 hr 20 mins
2,279 mi · 3,668 km
1
per day
Netherlands flag Amsterdam (AMS) – Netherlands 1 airline
6 hr 40 mins
2,794 mi · 4,496 km
6
per week
Saudi Arabia flag Arar (RAE) – Saudi Arabia 1 airline
—
JED → RAE
6
per week
Thailand flag Bangkok (BKK) – Thailand 1 airline
8 hr 35 mins
4,068 mi · 6,546 km
6
per week
Italy flag Milan (MXP) – Italy 1 airline
5 hr 55 mins
2,382 mi · 3,833 km
6
per week
Singapore flag Singapore (SIN) – Singapore 2 airlines
9 hr 30 mins
4,573 mi · 7,360 km
6
per week
Canada flag Toronto (YYZ) – Canada 1 airline
13 hr 15 mins
6,490 mi · 10,444 km
6
per week
Eritrea flag Asmara (ASM) – Eritrea 2 airlines
2 hr 0 mins
442 mi · 711 km
5
per week
Azerbaijan flag Baku (GYD) – Azerbaijan 1 airline
3 hr 55 mins
1,446 mi · 2,328 km
5
per week
Spain flag Barcelona (BCN) – Spain 1 airline
6 hr 15 mins
2,542 mi · 4,091 km
5
per week
Germany flag Frankfurt (FRA) – Germany 1 airline
6 hr 15 mins
2,568 mi · 4,133 km
5
per week
Switzerland flag Geneva (GVA) – Switzerland 1 airline
6 hr 10 mins
2,511 mi · 4,040 km
5
per week
China flag Guangzhou (CAN) – China 1 airline
9 hr 40 mins
4,677 mi · 7,526 km
5
per week
Nigeria flag Kano (KAN) – Nigeria 1 airline
5 hr 30 mins
2,127 mi · 3,423 km
5
per week
Türkiye flag Konya (KYA) – Türkiye 2 airlines
—
JED → KYA
5
per week
India flag Lucknow (LKO) – India 1 airline
6 hr 0 mins
2,641 mi · 4,251 km
5
per week
Egypt flag Luxor (LXR) – Egypt 1 airline
2 hr 15 mins
492 mi · 793 km
5
per week
Spain flag Madrid (MAD) – Spain 1 airline
6 hr 45 mins
2,807 mi · 4,517 km
5
per week
Türkiye flag Rize (RZV) – Türkiye 2 airlines
—
JED → RZV
5
per week
Austria flag Vienna (VIE) – Austria 1 airline
5 hr 35 mins
2,212 mi · 3,560 km
5
per week
Saudi Arabia flag Al Qaysumah (AQI) – Saudi Arabia 1 airline
—
JED → AQI
4
per week
Türkiye flag Antalya (AYT) – Türkiye 2 airlines
3 hr 35 mins
1,165 mi · 1,874 km
4
per week
Georgia flag Batumi (BUS) – Georgia 1 airline
—
JED → BUS
4
per week
Italy flag Bergamo (BGY) – Italy 1 airline
—
JED → BGY
4
per week
Bangladesh flag Chittagong (CGP) – Bangladesh 1 airline
7 hr 20 mins
3,356 mi · 5,402 km
4
per week
India flag Mangalore (IXE) – India 1 airline
—
JED → IXE
4
per week
Oman flag Salalah (SLL) – Oman 1 airline
—
JED → SLL
4
per week
Saudi Arabia flag Al Ula (ULH) – Saudi Arabia 1 airline
—
JED → ULH
3
per week
Saudi Arabia flag Al Wajh (EJH) – Saudi Arabia 1 airline
—
JED → EJH
3
per week
Saudi Arabia flag Dawadmi (DWD) – Saudi Arabia 1 airline
—
JED → DWD
3
per week
Uzbekistan flag Fergana (FEG) – Uzbekistan 1 airline
5 hr 25 mins
2,301 mi · 3,702 km
3
per week
China flag Haikou (HAK) – China 1 airline
9 hr 25 mins
4,563 mi · 7,344 km
3
per week
Saudi Arabia flag Hanak (RSI) – Saudi Arabia 1 airline
—
JED → RSI
3
per week
Egypt flag Hurghada (HRG) – Egypt 1 airline
2 hr 15 mins
508 mi · 817 km
3
per week
Afghanistan flag Kabul (KBL) – Afghanistan 2 airlines
4 hr 55 mins
2,026 mi · 3,260 km
3
per week
Maldives flag Malé (MLE) – Maldives 1 airline
5 hr 55 mins
2,600 mi · 4,184 km
3
per week
Germany flag Munich (MUC) – Germany 1 airline
5 hr 55 mins
2,382 mi · 3,833 km
3
per week
Indonesia flag Palembang (PLM) – Indonesia 2 airlines
9 hr 45 mins
4,737 mi · 7,623 km
3
per week
Mauritius flag Port Louis (MRU) – Mauritius 1 airline
7 hr 5 mins
3,167 mi · 5,097 km
3
per week
Czechia flag Prague (PRG) – Czechia 1 airline
—
JED → PRG
3
per week
Saudi Arabia flag Rafha (RAH) – Saudi Arabia 1 airline
—
JED → RAH
3
per week
Switzerland flag Zurich (ZRH) – Switzerland 1 airline
6 hr 5 mins
2,461 mi · 3,961 km
3
per week
Brunei Darussalam flag Bandar Seri Begawan (BWN) – Brunei Darussalam 1 airline
10 hr 30 mins
5,180 mi · 8,336 km
2
per week
Djibouti flag Djibouti City (JIB) – Djibouti 1 airline
2 hr 30 mins
748 mi · 1,204 km
2
per week
Tajikistan flag Dushanbe (DYU) – Tajikistan 2 airlines
5 hr 5 mins
2,107 mi · 3,390 km
2
per week
Pakistan flag Faisalabad (LYP) – Pakistan 1 airline
5 hr 10 mins
2,186 mi · 3,518 km
2
per week
India flag Kannur (CNN) – India 1 airline
—
JED → CNN
2
per week
Russian Federation flag Makhachkala (MCX) – Russian Federation 1 airline
4 hr 5 mins
1,540 mi · 2,479 km
2
per week
Somalia flag Mogadishu (MGQ) – Somalia 1 airline
3 hr 50 mins
1,420 mi · 2,286 km
2
per week
Algeria flag Oran (ORN) – Algeria 2 airlines
6 hr 20 mins
2,576 mi · 4,145 km
2
per week
Bangladesh flag Sylhet (ZYL) – Bangladesh 1 airline
7 hr 15 mins
3,332 mi · 5,362 km
2
per week
Uzbekistan flag Termez (TMJ) – Uzbekistan 2 airlines
—
JED → TMJ
2
per week
Indonesia flag Celebes (UPG) – Indonesia 1 airline
11 hr 30 mins
5,735 mi · 9,230 km
2
per week
Uzbekistan flag Urgench (UGC) – Uzbekistan 1 airline
4 hr 40 mins
1,857 mi · 2,989 km
2
per week
Syrian Arab Republic flag Aleppo (ALP) – Syrian Arab Republic 1 airline
—
JED → ALP
1
per week
Kazakhstan flag Almaty (ALA) – Kazakhstan 1 airline
6 hr 0 mins
2,633 mi · 4,237 km
1
per week
Indonesia flag Banda Aceh (BTJ) – Indonesia 1 airline
—
JED → BTJ
1
per week
Indonesia flag Bandung (KJT) – Indonesia 1 airline
—
JED → KJT
1
per week
Indonesia flag Batam Island (BTH) – Indonesia 1 airline
—
JED → BTH
1
per week
Libya flag Benghazi (BEN) – Libya 1 airline
4 hr 5 mins
1,365 mi · 2,197 km
1
per week
Türkiye flag Bursa (YEI) – Türkiye 1 airline
—
JED → YEI
1
per week
Algeria flag Constantine (CZL) – Algeria 1 airline
5 hr 35 mins
2,195 mi · 3,533 km
1
per week
Algeria flag Guemar (ELU) – Algeria 1 airline
—
JED → ELU
1
per week
Somalia flag Hargeisa (HGA) – Somalia 1 airline
2 hr 50 mins
902 mi · 1,451 km
1
per week
Uganda flag Kampala (EBB) – Uganda 1 airline
—
JED → EBB
1
per week
Indonesia flag Padang (PDG) – Indonesia 1 airline
9 hr 10 mins
4,406 mi · 7,090 km
1
per week
Pakistan flag Peshawar (PEW) – Pakistan 1 airline
5 hr 5 mins
2,140 mi · 3,445 km
1
per week
Morocco flag Rabat (RBA) – Morocco 1 airline
6 hr 55 mins
2,905 mi · 4,676 km
1
per week
Yemen flag Riyan (RIY) – Yemen 1 airline
—
JED → RIY
1
per week
Türkiye flag Samsun (SZF) – Türkiye 1 airline
—
JED → SZF
1
per week
Yemen flag Sayun (GXF) – Yemen 1 airline
—
JED → GXF
1
per week
Libya flag Tripoli (MJI) – Libya 1 airline
—
JED → MJI
1
per week

Route and destination data updated July 16, 2026.

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Airport is served by 64 airlines, with Saudi Arabian Airlines in the lead at 27% of routes. The top three carriers together cover 46% of routes. 34 carriers operate only one route each. A total of 63 airlines operate international routes, compared with four airlines serving domestic routes. Saudi Arabian Airlines is operating the longest nonstop flight, connecting to Toronto with a flight time of 13 hrs 15 mins.

Saudi Arabian Airlines (65 routes)
flynas (28 routes)
flyadeal (18 routes)
Turkish Airlines (8 routes)
Lion Air (6 routes)
Pakistan International Airlines (6 routes)
IndiGo (6 routes)
Garuda Indonesia (5 routes)
Air Sial (5 routes)
Starlight Airline (5 routes)
Air India Express (5 routes)
Air Cairo (4 routes)
Airblue (4 routes)
Air Algerie (4 routes)
My Fraighter (Centrum Air) (4 routes)
Fly Jinnah (3 routes)
Pegasus (3 routes)
Biman Bangladesh Airlines (3 routes)
Yemenia (3 routes)
Air Arabia Egypt (2 routes)
EgyptAir (2 routes)
Nesma Airlines (2 routes)
Air India (2 routes)
Badr Airlines (2 routes)
Sudan Airways (2 routes)
Tarco Aviation (2 routes)
AJet (2 routes)
Syrian Air (2 routes)
Daallo Airlines (2 routes)
Berniq Airways (2 routes)
Riyadh Air (1 routes)
Nile Air (1 routes)
Emirates (1 routes)
flydubai (1 routes)
Qatar Airways (1 routes)
Oman Air (1 routes)
SalamAir (1 routes)
AirAsia X (1 routes)
Malaysia Airlines (1 routes)
Malindo Air (1 routes)
Gulf Air (1 routes)
Jazeera Airways (1 routes)
Kuwait Airways (1 routes)
Etihad Airways (1 routes)
Ethiopian Airlines (1 routes)
Jordan Aviation Airlines (1 routes)
Royal Jordanian (1 routes)
US-Bangla Airlines (1 routes)
Royal Air Maroc (1 routes)
Air Arabia (1 routes)
Norwegian Air Norway (1 routes)
Uzbekistan Airways (1 routes)
Middle East Airlines (1 routes)
Tunisair (1 routes)
Aegean Airlines (1 routes)
Scoot (1 routes)
Freebird Airlines (1 routes)
Hainan Airlines (1 routes)
Ariana Afghan Airlines (1 routes)
Kam Air (1 routes)
Royal Brunei Airlines (1 routes)
Somon Air (1 routes)
Azimuth Airlines (1 routes)
SCAT Airlines (1 routes)

Jeddah King Abdulaziz Airport provides direct service to 56 countries across four continents. The route network is 10% domestic and 90% international. Egypt is the primary international destination.

Saudi Arabia - 148/day
Egypt - 44/day
Pakistan - 28/day
India - 25/day
Türkiye - 23/day
United Arab Emirates - 21/day
Indonesia - 11/day
Qatar - 8/day
Oman - 7/day
Sudan - 7/day
Malaysia - 6/day
Bahrain - 6/day
Kuwait - 5/day
Ethiopia - 5/day
Jordan - 5/day
Bangladesh - 4/day
Morocco - 4/day
Yemen - 3/day
Algeria - 3/day
Uzbekistan - 3/day
United Kingdom - 3/day
France - 2/day
Lebanon - 2/day
Syrian Arab Republic - 2/day
Bosnia and Herzegovina - 2/day
Georgia - 2/day
Italy - 2/day
Tunisia - 1/day
Kenya - 1/day
Greece - 1/day
Philippines - 1/day
United States of America - 1/day
Netherlands - 1/day
Thailand - 1/day
Singapore - 1/day
Canada - 1/day
Eritrea - 1/day
Azerbaijan - 1/day
Spain - 1/day
Germany - 1/day
Switzerland - 1/day
China - 1/day
Nigeria - 1/day
Austria - 1/day
Afghanistan - 0/day
Maldives - 0/day
Mauritius - 0/day
Czechia - 0/day
Brunei Darussalam - 0/day
Djibouti - 0/day
Tajikistan - 0/day
Russian Federation - 0/day
Somalia - 0/day
Kazakhstan - 0/day
Libya - 0/day
Uganda - 0/day

Delays

Worst Delays · Most Punctual · Most Cancellations · Live Delays
Global  Delays
Delay Performance (24 hour average)
Departures
on-time
0 min vs last 24 hours
24h trend
Arrivals
1 min early
1 min vs last 24 hours
24h trend
Cancelled Departures
14 flights (24 hour total)

Jul 20

2026

15:00 - 16:00

Departure
on-time
Arrival
on-time
Cancelled
2

Jul 20

2026

14:00 - 15:00

Departure
on-time
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on-time
Cancelled
1

Jul 20

2026

13:00 - 14:00

Departure
on-time
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on-time
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3

Jul 20

2026

12:00 - 13:00

Departure
on-time
Arrival
6 min early
Cancelled
4

Jul 20

2026

11:00 - 12:00

Departure
on-time
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on-time
Cancelled
0

Jul 20

2026

10:00 - 11:00

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on-time
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on-time
Cancelled
0

Jul 20

2026

09:00 - 10:00

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on-time
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on-time
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0

Jul 20

2026

08:00 - 09:00

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on-time
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on-time
Cancelled
0

Jul 20

2026

07:00 - 08:00

Departure
on-time
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on-time
Cancelled
0

Jul 20

2026

05:00 - 06:00

Departure
on-time
Arrival
on-time
Cancelled
1

Jul 20

2026

04:00 - 05:00

Departure
on-time
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on-time
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1

Jul 20

2026

03:00 - 04:00

Departure
on-time
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on-time
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0

Jul 20

2026

02:00 - 03:00

Departure
on-time
Arrival
on-time
Cancelled
1

Jul 20

2026

01:00 - 02:00

Departure
on-time
Arrival
on-time
Cancelled
1
Delay Performance (7 day average)
Departures
on-time
0 min vs last week
7d trend
Arrivals
on-time
min (+35.4%) vs last week
7d trend
Cancelled Departures
127 flights (7 day total)

Jul 19

2026

Departure
on-time
Arrival
on-time
Cancelled
2

Jul 18

2026

Departure
on-time
Arrival
3 min early
Cancelled
18

Jul 17

2026

Departure
on-time
Arrival
on-time
Cancelled
16

Jul 16

2026

Departure
on-time
Arrival
on-time
Cancelled
38

Jul 15

2026

Departure
on-time
Arrival
on-time
Cancelled
31

Jul 14

2026

Departure
on-time
Arrival
on-time
Cancelled
22

Jul 13

2026

Departure
on-time
Arrival
on-time
Cancelled
0
Delay Performance (30 day average)
Departures
1 min early
1 min (+30.6%) vs last 30 days
30d trend
Arrivals
5 min early
3 min (+38.4%) vs last 30 days
30d trend
Cancelled Departures
182 flights (30 day total)

Jul 19

2026

Departure
on-time
Arrival
on-time
Cancelled
2

Jul 18

2026

Departure
on-time
Arrival
3 min early
Cancelled
18

Jul 17

2026

Departure
on-time
Arrival
on-time
Cancelled
16

Jul 16

2026

Departure
on-time
Arrival
on-time
Cancelled
38

Jul 15

2026

Departure
on-time
Arrival
on-time
Cancelled
31

Jul 14

2026

Departure
on-time
Arrival
on-time
Cancelled
22

Jul 13

2026

Departure
on-time
Arrival
on-time
Cancelled
0

Jul 12

2026

Departure
on-time
Arrival
on-time
Cancelled
9

Jul 11

2026

Departure
on-time
Arrival
3 min early
Cancelled
8

Jul 10

2026

Departure
on-time
Arrival
on-time
Cancelled
6

Jul 9

2026

Departure
on-time
Arrival
on-time
Cancelled
1

Jul 8

2026

Departure
on-time
Arrival
on-time
Cancelled
2

Jul 4

2026

Departure
—
Arrival
—
Cancelled
0

Jul 3

2026

Departure
on-time
Arrival
on-time
Cancelled
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Jul 2

2026

Departure
on-time
Arrival
1 min early
Cancelled
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Jul 1

2026

Departure
1 min early
Arrival
5 min early
Cancelled
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Jun 30

2026

Departure
1 min early
Arrival
7 min early
Cancelled
1

Jun 29

2026

Departure
2 min early
Arrival
10 min early
Cancelled
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Jun 28

2026

Departure
2 min early
Arrival
7 min early
Cancelled
1

Jun 27

2026

Departure
1 min early
Arrival
10 min early
Cancelled
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Jun 26

2026

Departure
4 min early
Arrival
10 min early
Cancelled
0

Jun 25

2026

Departure
2 min early
Arrival
9 min early
Cancelled
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Jun 24

2026

Departure
3 min early
Arrival
8 min early
Cancelled
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Jun 23

2026

Departure
3 min early
Arrival
9 min early
Cancelled
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Jun 22

2026

Departure
4 min early
Arrival
11 min early
Cancelled
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Jun 21

2026

Departure
4 min early
Arrival
12 min early
Cancelled
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Jun 20

2026

Departure
3 min early
Arrival
11 min early
Cancelled
9

Global Rankings

Worldwide Position

Flights per day

#72 (403 flights/day)
Top 100 Busiest Airports in the World
Worldwide Position

Most destinations

#95 (134 destinations)
Top 100 Airports with Most Destinations

Runways

Runway Length Width Surface
12,523 ft 3,817 m 197 ft 60 m Concrete
12,523 ft 3,817 m 197 ft 60 m Concrete
12,159 ft 3,706 m 148 ft 45 m Asphalt
12,159 ft 3,706 m 148 ft 45 m Asphalt
10,873 ft 3,314 m 197 ft 60 m Concrete
10,873 ft 3,314 m 197 ft 60 m Concrete

Runway Length

Runways at Jeddah King Abdulaziz Airport are long enough for all aircraft with known takeoff and landing distances.

Operational Context

Jeddah King Abdulaziz (IATA: JED) operates around 403 flights per day to 134 nonstop destinations. Its network includes 13 domestic and 119 international routes, with Saudi Arabian Airlines as the leading carrier and Riyadh currently the busiest connection. From JED, passengers can reach 56 countries across 4 continents, and the longest runway measures 3,817 m (12,523 ft).

Airlines and Destinations Overview

Jeddah King Abdulaziz is a major hub for Saudi Arabia’s air network and one of the country’s primary gateways for both domestic and international travel. Its route structure is heavily oriented toward international service, with a smaller domestic network that connects Jeddah to key points across the Kingdom. The airport supports a mix of full-service and other scheduled carriers, with Saudi Arabian Airlines as the leading operator.

The airport’s route portfolio spans short-, medium-, and long-haul markets, reflecting its role as a transfer point and origin-and-destination airport. It also has an important seasonal role tied to religious travel, which adds to the volume and diversity of international traffic. Riyadh is the busiest route, underscoring the importance of domestic connectivity alongside the broader intercontinental network.

Terminal Buildings and Facilities

The airport uses multiple passenger terminal areas rather than a single unified building, with functions divided across different parts of the complex. This includes separate handling for domestic and international operations, along with specialized processing for seasonal demand. The layout is designed to accommodate a large and varied mix of scheduled flights and passenger flows.

Passenger movement through the airport is organized around the terminal assigned to the airline and route, so connections may require attention to terminal location and transfer arrangements. The facility is built to handle both regular commercial traffic and peak-period surges, particularly during busy religious travel periods.

Key characteristics of the terminal system include:

  • Multiple passenger terminal areas
  • Separate domestic and international processing
  • Airline-specific terminal assignments
  • Facilities designed for peak seasonal demand

Passenger-facing amenities are distributed across the terminal areas and typically include the standard services needed for check-in, boarding, and arrivals processing. Travelers should expect an airport environment structured around high-volume operations, with basic retail and service functions supporting the main passenger flow.

Passenger facilities available across the airport include:

  • Check-in and baggage services
  • Security and immigration processing
  • Retail and convenience outlets
  • Food and beverage concessions
  • Ground transport access points

Airport Lounges

Lounges at the airport are generally a mix of airline-operated and contract or independently managed facilities, serving eligible premium passengers and travelers with lounge access programs. Lounge locations are typically airside within the passenger terminal areas, with access rules depending on airline, ticket class, and membership status.

Notable lounges include:

  • Saudi Airlines Alfursan Lounge

Dining and Food Options

The airport offers a standard mix of dining outlets serving passengers across its terminal areas, with quick-service options and broader food and beverage concessions available airside. The overall offering is oriented toward practical traveler needs rather than a single signature dining style, and passengers can expect a mix of familiar brands and general concession formats.

Common dining options include:

  • Quick-service restaurants
  • Cafes and coffee outlets
  • Grab-and-go snack counters
  • General food court concessions

Public Transport and Parking

The airport is connected to Jeddah and the wider region by road, with passenger access typically handled by car, taxi, and prearranged transfer services. Local ground transport information is best checked through the airport’s official guidance, including its transport and access information. The airport’s position on the city’s northern side makes it a practical gateway for both central Jeddah and travelers continuing to other parts of the western region.

Public transport options are more limited than at some rail-linked airports, so road access remains the main mode for most passengers. Taxis and ride-hailing services are commonly used for direct trips, while buses and other public services may be available depending on current operating arrangements and local demand.

Passengers can reach the airport using:

  • Private car
  • Taxi
  • Ride-hailing services
  • Bus services
  • Prearranged transfers

Parking is available for short and longer stays, with facilities intended to support both terminal drop-off and extended trips. Travelers using the airport for business or overnight travel generally have the broadest use for parking products, while short-stay parking is useful for pickups and departures.

Parking options include:

  • Short-stay parking
  • Long-stay parking
  • Terminal access parking
  • Drop-off and pickup areas

Runways and Operations

The airport’s airfield includes a runway system capable of supporting wide-body and long-haul operations, consistent with its role as a major international hub. The longest runway measures 3,817 meters, which allows the airport to accommodate a broad range of commercial aircraft types and demanding operating conditions.

Operationally, the airport is set up for high-frequency scheduled service and substantial seasonal peaks. Its runway and taxiway infrastructure supports both domestic connectivity and large international flows, with traffic patterns shaped by a combination of hub operations, point-to-point demand, and pilgrimage-related travel.

The runway system includes:

  • At least one long runway suitable for wide-body aircraft
  • Runway length of 3,817 meters on the longest runway
  • Infrastructure supporting domestic and international operations
  • Capacity for high-volume scheduled traffic

Passenger Traffic and Airport Role

Jeddah King Abdulaziz is one of Saudi Arabia’s most important aviation gateways and functions as a major hub in the national network. It serves a broad mix of domestic travelers, international point-to-point passengers, and connecting traffic, with its role strengthened by large seasonal surges associated with religious travel.

The airport’s traffic base spans multiple continents and a wide country network, making it a significant international connector for western Saudi Arabia. Its demand profile combines regular business and leisure travel with specialized seasonal movements, which gives it a broader operational role than a standard city airport.

The airport’s role includes:

  • Major hub for Saudi Arabia
  • Domestic connector
  • International gateway
  • Seasonal pilgrimage traffic focus
  • Multi-continent route network

Location and Catchment Area

The airport is located in Jeddah and serves the city as well as the surrounding western region of Saudi Arabia. Its catchment area includes local travelers from the Jeddah metropolitan area and passengers connecting onward from the Red Sea corridor.

Because of Jeddah’s position, the airport also serves travelers heading to nearby western Saudi cities and to destinations associated with religious travel. Its location gives it strategic importance for both regional access and international arrivals into the country’s western gateway.

The airport serves:

  • Jeddah metropolitan area
  • Western Saudi Arabia
  • Domestic connecting traffic
  • International inbound travelers
  • Seasonal religious यात्र?

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