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. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Jeddah has to offer.

Where to Eat in Jeddah

If you’re looking for affordable options, Fogo de Chao Brazilian Steakhouse - Jeddah (Jeddah 21412) and Sakura Japanese Restaurant - Crowne Plaza Jeddah (Crowne Plaza Jeddah Hotel Husayn Basalamah Al Ham'mra) are great picks.

When to visit Jeddah

Jeddah in November
Estimated hotel price
RM 14
1 night at 3-star hotel
Jeddah in November
Estimated hotel price
RM 14
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 9 miles from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Malaysia to Jeddah include AirAsia X, Kenya Airways and Malaysia Airlines. The shortest flight to Jeddah from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 8h 50m.

Plane

When flying to Jeddah, you’ll arrive at Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED), which is located 9 miles from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Malaysia to Jeddah include AirAsia X, Kenya Airways and Malaysia Airlines. The shortest flight to Jeddah from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 8h 50m.

Airports near Jeddah

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Airlines serving Jeddah

KLM
Good (849 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,436 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,275 reviews)
Air France
Good (971 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,551 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,919 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,122 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,699 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (909 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (394 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (704 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (487 reviews)
Egypt Air
Good (194 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (180 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (774 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (458 reviews)
Air Europa
Good (325 reviews)
JAL
Excellent (955 reviews)
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Where to stay in Jeddah

From 5-star hotels such as the Joudyan Jeddah Red Sea Mall to great affordable options like the Dyar Al Hamra Hotel, Jeddah offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around RM 497 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 1,641 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Jeddah, with prices from RM 148 to RM 14,143 per night. Al Shaty is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Jeddah are about 27% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Jeddah

Most booked hotels in Jeddah

Jeddah Hilton Hotel
5 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
RM 1,452+
Al Nabarees Al Masi Hotel
3 stars
Good (6.1, Good reviews)
RM 215+

Hiring a car in Jeddah

Economy (Kia Rio or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Jeddah, while also 64% cheaper than other types, on average.

Economy (Kia Rio or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Jeddah, while also 64% cheaper than other types, on average.

Car hire agencies in Jeddah

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