Travelling from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Ottawa: what you need to know
Ottawa is seven hours behind Jeddah, where King Abdulaziz International Airport is located. Ottawa runs on the UTC-4 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your JED to Ottawa flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Whether you're eager to explore another city along the way or just take a break, we make it easy to find plane tickets from JED to Ottawa with a stopover. To compare your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is one of your choices.
To reach JED from central Jeddah, it takes around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. It's roughly 14 kms (9 miles) from the airport to the city centre.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near JED. Whether you've booked an early flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Ottawa or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are all about convenience:
King Abdulaziz International Airport has an excellent on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from JED land on schedule 81.7% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Ottawa
The best price we've found for a one-way King Abdulaziz International Airport to Ottawa flight is £521. The cheapest price for a return flight is £947. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from JED to Ottawa. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Ottawa throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from JED to Ottawa by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Ottawa by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
The distance from Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to central Ottawa is roughly 24 kms (15 miles). It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 40 minutes.
Coming in late on a flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Ottawa? Collect your bags and head directly to the convenience of a nearby hotel. Two options close to YND are Meilleure Auberge and Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport.
Venture beyond Ottawa and discover places that aren't on most itineraries with your own wheels. You can pick up an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car from Hertz.
Increase your likelihood of securing the best deal by booking early. Reserving your ride from Ottawa Gatineau Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from JED to Ottawa is a wise move.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
After your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Ottawa has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Ottawa is roughly 13 kms (8 miles) from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
You can expect the journey to take about 45 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to YOW. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your JED to Ottawa flight:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo or Budget and make a speedy getaway.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Securing your ride from YOW two weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a greater selection of vehicles.
You can find Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport at 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Travel to Ottawa in high season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Ottawa during the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
When booking your King Abdulaziz International Airport to Ottawa plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Ottawa, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from JED to Ottawa in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF) on average.
More about Ottawa
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Ottawa right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Ottawa:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Rideau Canal, Parliament Hill and National Gallery of Canada are highlights which should feature on any good Ottawa itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Canada just waiting to be explored. Around 354 kms (220 miles) south-west of Ottawa, a visit to Toronto will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
If there's time to check out another corner of Canada, head for Montreal, about 153 kms (95 miles) east of Ottawa. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are among its highlights.
