Jeddah travel guide

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You're Going to Love Jeddah

With a population of 2.87 million, Jeddah is the largest city in Makkah, Saudi Arabia by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Jeddah has to offer.

Where to Eat in Jeddah

If you’re looking for affordable options, Fogo de Chao Brazilian Steakhouse - Jeddah (Jeddah 21412) and Sakura Japanese Restaurant - Crowne Plaza Jeddah (Crowne Plaza Jeddah Hotel Husayn Basalamah Al Ham'mra) are great picks.

When to visit Jeddah

Jeddah in October
Estimated hotel price
$152
1 night at 3-star hotel
Jeddah in October
Estimated hotel price
$152
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Jeddah in July, when the average temperature is 89.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 98.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 64.4 °F, with an average temperature of 73.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 0.8″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Jeddah, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Jeddah

Plane

When flying to Jeddah, you’ll arrive at Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED), which is located 15 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Jeddah from the United States departs from New York and takes around 11h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Jeddah is to pick up a car rental from Mecca, which is about 66 km from Jeddah. You’ll find branches of Budget and Enterprise Rent-A-Car, among others, in Mecca.

Plane

When flying to Jeddah, you’ll arrive at Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED), which is located 15 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Jeddah from the United States departs from New York and takes around 11h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Jeddah is to pick up a car rental from Mecca, which is about 66 km from Jeddah. You’ll find branches of Budget and Enterprise Rent-A-Car, among others, in Mecca.

Airports near Jeddah

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Airlines serving Jeddah

KLM
Good (847 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,442 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,280 reviews)
Air France
Good (974 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,546 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,927 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,124 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,480 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,722 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (911 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (395 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (707 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (487 reviews)
Egypt Air
Good (193 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (180 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (775 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (460 reviews)
Air Europa
Good (325 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (958 reviews)
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Where to stay in Jeddah

From 5-star hotels such as the Joudyan Jeddah Red Sea Mall to great affordable options like the Dyar Al Hamra Hotel, Jeddah offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $99 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $342 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Jeddah, with prices from $31 to $2,962 per night. Al Shaty is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Jeddah are about 33% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Jeddah

Most booked hotels in Jeddah

ibis Jeddah City Center
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 15332 reviews)
$88+
Narcissus Resort & Spa Obhur Jeddah
5 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1692 reviews)
$484+
Jeddah Hilton Hotel
5 stars
Good (7.9, 7070 reviews)
$304+
Al Nabarees Al Masi Hotel
3 stars
Good (6.1, 4085 reviews)
$45+

Renting a car in Jeddah

Renting a car in Jeddah costs $39 per day, on average, or $157 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 5% cheaper than airport locations in Jeddah.

The most frequently booked car type in Jeddah is Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Suzuki Swift Dzire or similar) are, on average, 66% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Jeddah costs $39 per day, on average, or $157 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 5% cheaper than airport locations in Jeddah.

The most frequently booked car type in Jeddah is Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Suzuki Swift Dzire or similar) are, on average, 66% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Car rental agencies in Jeddah

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