Travelling from Seoul to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to choose from in Seoul. Check out your options departing from Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP) when booking your flight from Seoul to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED).
The timezone in Jeddah is UTC+3, which is 6 hours behind Seoul. King Abdulaziz International Airport is located in Jeddah.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Seoul to JED. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Break up your flight from Seoul to King Abdulaziz International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross a new place off your list. Popular stopovers between Gimpo International Airport and JED include:
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
From central Seoul, GMP is about 10 miles away. When working out the quickest way to get there, find out whether public transport is available or if it's better to drive.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before your flight from Seoul to JED? Unwind in a hotel near Gimpo International Airport before your break officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
About King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Seoul to King Abdulaziz International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near JED:
Getting from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to central Jeddah
King Abdulaziz International Airport is approximately 12 miles from the centre of Jeddah. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 21 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
£157 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Seoul to King Abdulaziz International Airport. Return flights start from £437. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
We recommend booking as soon as possible to get cheap tickets from Seoul to JED. You're more likely to snag a great deal and enjoy more options for departure times and dates.
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The best time to fly from Seoul to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
April is the quietest time to travel to Jeddah. Alternatively, follow the crowds and visit in August. This is the busiest month for flights from Seoul to King Abdulaziz International Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Jeddah. July is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Seoul to JED sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 27ºC and 37ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 19ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap flights from Seoul to King Abdulaziz International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Jeddah
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Jeddah right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Seoul to King Abdulaziz International Airport:
Athr Gallery and Red Sea Gateway Terminal are a couple of major attractions to add to your Jeddah must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Darat Safeya Bizagr.
Complete your Jeddah trip with a car rental
Finding you a cheap flight from Seoul to King Abdulaziz International Airport isn't the only trick up our sleeve. Check out our car rentals in Jeddah and explore at your own pace. We find deals from trusted car rental companies and put them all in one place. You can instantly compare rates and then book with no fees.