Flying from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Approximately 3 hours 56 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Istanbul.
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Jeddah (the location of King Abdulaziz International Airport).
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is the most popular route, with 85 departures a week to choose from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from JED to IST is with Turkish Airlines at 23:25. Go for the first departure with Turkish Airlines at 01:00 if you want to get going early.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from JED to Istanbul.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Direct flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Istanbul are available for booking. Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is where you'll be touching down.
Direct flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Istanbul are offered by numerous airlines. Travel with one of these:
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from JED to Istanbul. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
You don't need a visa for Türkiye (Turkey) if you hold a passport from Saudi Arabia and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can change. So before organising your cheap tickets from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Istanbul, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
Central Jeddah to JED is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 21 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
After a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near JED. Whether you're boarding an early flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Istanbul or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Istanbul
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Istanbul is $133. The cheapest price for a return flight is $264. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from JED to Istanbul by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Istanbul. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul takes around 50 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour and 45 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Istanbul. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
After your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Istanbul has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 57 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
You can also travel by public transport, which will take around 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to SAW. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from JED to Istanbul:
Best time to go to Istanbul
August is the most popular month to hop on a flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Istanbul while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Istanbul, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Before locking in your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Istanbul, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 30ºC.
Search for cheap flights from JED to Istanbul in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC and 11ºC on average.
More about Istanbul
After locking in your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Istanbul, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Istanbul:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are must-do's during your Istanbul adventure.
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