Flying from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Birmingham International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 6 hours 15 minutes.
Jeddah is three hours ahead of Birmingham and observes the UTC+3 timezone.
Flights from BHX to JED start at 13:30 — the first with Saudia. The last service of the day is at 14:30 with Saudia. Overall, you can take your pick of four weekly Birmingham International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to catch your BHX to JED flight.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Travelling to Jeddah (and then exploring more of Saudi Arabia!) is a snap with Saudia. This popular airline has direct flights from Birmingham International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Saudia.
Saudia is the most punctual carrier operating BHX to JED flights.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Birmingham International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between BHX and JED include:
Geneve Airport
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Right now, 97 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 204 €. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from BHX to JED by booking at least seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Birmingham International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from BHX to JED.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Birmingham International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
65.48% of flights leaving from Birmingham International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To reach Birmingham International Airport from central Birmingham, it takes about 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near BHX? If you're boarding an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Birmingham International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near JED instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a King Abdulaziz International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Final Rentals, Avis or Budget and explore beyond Jeddah's main sights.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from King Abdulaziz International Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to central Jeddah
King Abdulaziz International Airport to the centre of Jeddah has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
When to fly to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Birmingham International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Jeddah. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Birmingham International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Jeddah, with the temperature ranging from 27ºC (81ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BHX 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 discovered once you've taken in the sights of Jeddah. Around 88 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include View point, Pelontaran Jumrah Mina and Al Arak Park.
Around 306 kilometres north of Jeddah, Yanbu is another favourite stop in Saudi Arabia. Start your sightseeing at Yanbu Corniche, Yanbu Lakes and Yanbu Historic Area.