Flying from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Cairo International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Jeddah is UTC+3, which is one hour ahead of Cairo.
Pack your bags and choose from 304 weekly Cairo International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your CAI to JED flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
There are direct flights from Cairo International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport, so getting to Jeddah (and then seeing more of Saudi Arabia!) is simple. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
Alexandria Airlines tops the list for bookings on this route.
With a reliable 84.19% of services arriving as planned, Saudia is the most punctual carrier for CAI to JED flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cairo International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between CAI and JED:
Borg El Arab Airport
Luxor International Airport
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cairo International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport flight is £47. A round-trip ticket is currently £91. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book three months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from CAI to JED.
The cheapest month for flights from Cairo International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport is February. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Save time looking for cheap flights from CAI to JED by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Cairo International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport.
Handy information about Cairo International Airport (CAI)
63.38% of flights that depart Cairo International Airport land at their destination on time.
Cairo International Airport is about 13 miles from central Cairo. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near CAI. Whether you're catching an early flight from Cairo International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Reserve a hotel close to JED if you have a late Cairo International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a King Abdulaziz International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Final Rentals, Avis or Budget and explore beyond Jeddah's main sights.
Reserving your ride from King Abdulaziz International Airport around two weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to central Jeddah
King Abdulaziz International Airport is approximately 12 miles from central Jeddah. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When to fly to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Cairo International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Jeddah. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Cairo International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Jeddah during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 27ºC (81ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CAI to JED in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Mecca is just one of the many cities in Saudi Arabia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Jeddah. Around 55 miles away to the east, well-known attractions include View point, Pelontaran Jumrah Mina and Al Arak Park.
Around 190 miles north of Jeddah, Yanbu is another favourite stop in Saudi Arabia. No visit is complete without checking out Yanbu Corniche, Yanbu Lakes and Yanbu Historic Area.