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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Jeddah travel guide

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You're Going to Love Jeddah

With a population of 2,87 million, Jeddah is the largest city in Makkah, Saudi Arabia by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Jeddah deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Jeddah

If you’re looking for affordable options, Spears - InterContinental Jeddah (Al Kurnaysh Rd) and Al Ferdaus - InterContinental Jeddah (Al Kurnaysh Rd, Al-Hamra'a) are great picks.

When to visit Jeddah

Jeddah in February
Estimated hotel price
$311
1 night at 3-star hotel
Jeddah in February
Estimated hotel price
$311
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Jeddah in July, when the average temperature is 32 °C, and the highest can go up to 37 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 18 °C, with an average temperature of 23 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 20 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Jeddah, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.

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How to Get to Jeddah

Plane

When flying to Jeddah, you’ll arrive at Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED), which is located 15 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Jeddah from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 25h 50m.

Plane

When flying to Jeddah, you’ll arrive at Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED), which is located 15 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Jeddah from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 25h 50m.

Airports near Jeddah

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JEDJeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Airlines serving Jeddah

KLM
Good (1,460 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,772 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,242 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,240 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,127 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,351 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,538 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,745 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,534 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,750 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,420 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,369 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,180 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,151 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,463 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (962 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (196 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,152 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (293 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (413 reviews)
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Where to stay in Jeddah

From 5-star hotels such as the Joudyan Red Sea Mall Jeddah By Elaf to great affordable options like the Taj Al Worood Hotel, Jeddah offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $102 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $369 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Jeddah, with prices from $37 to $415 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Jeddah are about 22% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Jeddah

Most booked hotels in Jeddah

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Mövenpick Jeddah City Star
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$177+
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Jeddah Hilton Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$339+
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Sheraton Jeddah Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$273+
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Hiring a car in Jeddah

Mini (Hyundai i10 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Jeddah, while also 12% cheaper than other types, on average.

Mini (Hyundai i10 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Jeddah, while also 12% cheaper than other types, on average.

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