Flying from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to New York: what you need to know
New York is 7 hours behind Jeddah, where King Abdulaziz International Airport is located. New York operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
With 6 weekly flights between the two airports, King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is the busiest route. Saudia operates the earliest flight at 03:05. If you prefer to get more out of your day before flying, the latest departure from JED to JFK is with Saudia at 03:25.
To ensure you get on your flight from JED to New York, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can catch a direct flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to New York. Begin your trip at JED and touch down at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
Saudia is a popular airline that offers direct flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to New York.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from JED to New York. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
You'll need an embassy visa for United States if you have a passport from Saudi Arabia and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements change frequently. So before you book your cheap ticket from King Abdulaziz International Airport to New York, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
To reach JED from central Jeddah, it'll take around 21 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
After a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near JED. Whether you have an early flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to New York or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
How to find the cheapest flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to New York
$430 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from King Abdulaziz International Airport to New York. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,008. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from JED to New York, book your journey 9 months ahead of your departure.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from King Abdulaziz International Airport to New York. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you from checking for flight tickets from JED to New York every day.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to New York. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to the centre of New York is about 28 minutes by car. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 11 minutes.
Book a hotel near EWR if you're catching a late flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to New York. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is about 48 kilometres from central New York. Following your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to New York, it'll take you around 48 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take around 1 hour and 20 minutes.
After your flight from JED to New York, unwind at a hotel close to JFK. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to New York
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to New York. August is the busiest month to travel to New York. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
Book your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to New York for July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 18ºC to 30ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 8ºC. Search for cheap flights from JED to New York sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about New York
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in New York right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to New York:
Statue of Liberty and Central Park are a couple of major attractions to add to your New York itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Empire State Building.
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Choose one of our car rentals in New York and see the sights in your own time. Easily compare companies in one go to find the perfect set of wheels after booking your hotel and cheap flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to New York.