Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

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.

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Where to Eat in Jeddah

If you’re looking for affordable options, Spears - InterContinental Jeddah (Al Kurnaysh Rd) and Al Ferdaus - InterContinental Jeddah (Al Kurnaysh Rd, Al-Hamra'a) are great picks.

When to visit Jeddah

Jeddah in December
Estimated hotel price
$170
1 night at 3-star hotel
Jeddah in December
Estimated hotel price
$170
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. Airlines that fly from the United States to Jeddah include Delta, SAUDIA and Kuwait Airways. The shortest flight to Jeddah from the United States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 11h 55m.

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 Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Budget, 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. Airlines that fly from the United States to Jeddah include Delta, SAUDIA and Kuwait Airways. The shortest flight to Jeddah from the United States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 11h 55m.

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 Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Budget, among others, in Mecca.

Airports near Jeddah

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JEDJeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Airlines serving Jeddah

KLM
Good (1,458 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,757 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,238 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,232 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,123 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,339 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,536 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,740 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,526 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,738 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,411 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,365 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,178 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,146 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,463 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (963 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (197 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,151 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (293 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (411 reviews)
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Where to stay in Jeddah

From 5-star hotels such as the Joudyan Red Sea Mall Jeddah By Elaf to great affordable options like the Taj Al Worood Hotel, Jeddah offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $62 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $220 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Jeddah, with prices from $22 to $336 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Jeddah are about 25% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Jeddah by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Jeddah

Most booked hotels in Jeddah

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Wirgan Al Noor, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 1435 reviews)
$35+
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The Hotel Galleria Jeddah, Curio Collection by Hilton
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, 2312 reviews)
$147+
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Mövenpick Jeddah City Star
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1384 reviews)
$106+
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Jeddah Hilton Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, 2671 reviews)
$208+
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Sheraton Jeddah Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8, 1823 reviews)
$164+
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Renting a car in Jeddah

Renting a car in Jeddah costs $52 per day, on average, or $207 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 1% cheaper than airport locations in Jeddah.

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

Renting a car in Jeddah costs $52 per day, on average, or $207 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 1% cheaper than airport locations in Jeddah.

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

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