Flying from Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Bangkok: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport to Bangkok is 8 hours 30 minutes.
Bangkok is four hours ahead of Jeddah, where Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport is located. Bangkok follows the UTC+7 timezone.
With six departures a week between the two airports, Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) is the most popular route. Catch Saudia's 01:30 flight to get your trip from JED to BKK underway.
For a relaxed start to your JED to Bangkok flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying over a peak time such as February? Major public 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 before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can book a direct Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport to Bangkok ticket. Begin your trip at JED and touch down at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK).
Book your ticket with Saudia. This airline operates direct flights from Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport to Bangkok.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from JED to Bangkok with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
JED is about 14 kms (9 miles) from central Jeddah. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport to Bangkok? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to JED:
When it comes to Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport's on-time performance, 75% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Bangkok
£179 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport to Bangkok flight. A return ticket right now is £228. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Lock in cheap flights from JED to Bangkok by booking 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for bagging a bargain.
April is the best month for landing an incredible deal on Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport to Bangkok tickets. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from JED to Bangkok by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport to Bangkok.
Airports in Bangkok
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
The distance from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok is roughly 31 kms (19 miles). It'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport to Bangkok, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near BKK:
Reserving your ride from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from JED to Bangkok can help you get the best possible rate.
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Central Bangkok is located around 24 kms (15 miles) from Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). Once your flight from Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport to Bangkok has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 35 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 5 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to DMK. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your JED to Bangkok flight:
Score the best price by booking your ride from DMK three weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bangkok
February is the most popular month for flights from Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport to Bangkok. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Bangkok in May.
Lock in a Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport to Bangkok plane ticket with a departure in April to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 26ºC to 37ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 19ºC and 34ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from JED to Bangkok around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Bangkok
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Bangkok right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport to Bangkok:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Wat Phra Kaew, Grand Palace and Songkran Festival Silom are attractions you won't want to skip in Bangkok.
Explore more of Thailand
Bangkok has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Thailand waiting to be explored. Around 467 kms (290 miles) northeast of Bangkok, a trip to Udon Thani will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Thai-Chinese Cultural Centre, Wat Pho Chai and Wat Burapa Wanaram.
Around 225 kms (140 miles) northeast of Bangkok, Nakhon Ratchasima is another essential stop in Thailand. Experience major highlights starting with Night Safari Korat, Wat Chai Mongkol and Wat Na Pha That.