Travelling from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Around 5 hours 52 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Frankfurt.
King Abdulaziz International Airport is located in Jeddah. Operating on the UTC+1 timezone, Frankfurt is 2 hours behind Jeddah.
With 6 flights a week between the two airports, King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most popular route. Saudia operates the earliest flight at 09:25. If you prefer to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest flight from JED to FRA is with Saudia at 09:40.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from JED to Frankfurt. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
You can catch a direct flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Frankfurt that touches down at Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
Get on board with Saudia. This well-known airline offers direct flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Frankfurt.
We make it easy to book a flight from JED to Frankfurt that includes a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
You will need an embassy visa for Germany if you hold a passport from Saudi Arabia and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before booking your cheap ticket from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Frankfurt, check with your airline and the destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest updates.
To reach JED from central Jeddah, it'll take around 21 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a handy hotel close to JED? If you're catching an early flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Frankfurt, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Frankfurt
ج.م. 5,327 is the best price for a one-way ticket from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Frankfurt. Return flights start at ج.م. 12,030. These fares may change depending on availability.
Book 5 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from JED to Frankfurt.
Schedule your trip for January. That's the cheapest month for tickets from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Frankfurt. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt is about 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 37 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Frankfurt. Check in to one of these accommodation options near FRA instead:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) is about 121 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt. Once you've hopped off your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Frankfurt, it'll take you around 1 hour and 32 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take roughly 2 hours and 40 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to HHN. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from JED to Frankfurt:
Best time to go to Frankfurt
July is the most popular month to hop on a flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Frankfurt while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Frankfurt, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
The warmest month in Frankfurt is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Frankfurt in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from JED to Frankfurt in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -4ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Frankfurt
Start your Frankfurt trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Frankfurt, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Palmengarten, Goethe House and Frankfurt Cathedral are leading attractions which should feature on any good Frankfurt itinerary.
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