Travelling from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport is 5 hours 23 minutes. Jeddah's timezone is UTC+3, making Jeddah 2 hours ahead of Munich.
Flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport start at 09:40 — the first with Saudia. The last departure is the 16:30 service with Saudia. In total, there are 4 services every week between MUC and JED.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Visiting Jeddah (and then seeing more of Saudi Arabia!) is a breeze with Saudia. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport.
To break up your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that appeals to you. The most popular stopovers on the MUC - JED route include:
Tunis-Carthage International Airport
Milano Malpensa Airport
Cairo International Airport
Don't forget, you may need a visa to enter Saudi Arabia. Visa regulations can vary and travel documentation requirements often change. Before booking your cheap ticket from MUC to JED, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport is 127 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 250 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book 10 months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MUC to JED.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Handy information about Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The journey from central Munich to Franz Josef Strauss Airport takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 33 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a convenient hotel near MUC? If you've booked an early flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near JED instead:
Getting from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to central Jeddah
King Abdulaziz International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Jeddah. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 21 minutes.
When to fly to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
The quietest month for a flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Jeddah based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Jeddah, with temperatures ranging from 27ºC to 37ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from MUC to JED in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC and 28ºC on average.
More about Jeddah
As soon as you've booked your flights from MUC to JED, you'll want to find a place to stay in Jeddah. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this exciting city:
Athr Gallery and Red Sea Gateway Terminal are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Jeddah must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Darat Safeya Bizagr.
Complete your Jeddah trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to King Abdulaziz International Airport, browse our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your Jeddah escape.