Flying from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Jeddah Airport (JED): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Jeddah Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 12 hours 5 minutes.
Jeddah's timezone is UTC+3, making Jeddah eight hours ahead of Washington DC.
Choose from three weekly Washington Dulles Airport to Jeddah Airport flights. The 18:10 departure with Saudia is the earliest flight you can take. Saudia operates the latest service of the day at 19:10.
Your IAD to JED flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Traveling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Saudia is your gateway to discovering Jeddah (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Saudi Arabia!). Browse the direct flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Jeddah Airport offered by this airline.
Saudia tops the list for bookings on this route.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate for IAD to JED flights is Saudia.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Washington Dulles Airport to Jeddah Airport. Here are the top stopovers between IAD and JED:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Jeddah Airport (JED)
$338 is the best price for a one-way Washington Dulles Airport to Jeddah Airport flight. Return flights start at $751. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
To get cheap tickets from IAD to JED, reserve your journey four months ahead of your departure.
September is the cheapest month for flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Jeddah Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Jeddah Airport.
Handy information about Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Of all flights leaving Washington Dulles Airport, 77% touch down on time at their destination.
Washington Dulles Airport is around 40 kilometers from central Washington DC. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to IAD? If you're catching an early flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Jeddah Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Jeddah Airport (JED)
If you're arriving on a late Washington Dulles Airport to Jeddah Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these options near JED:
Grab a Jeddah Airport rental car and discover Jeddah and beyond with your own wheels. Final Rentals, Avis and Budget are popular outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Jeddah Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
When to fly to Jeddah Airport (JED)
The quietest month for a flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Jeddah Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Jeddah based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Jeddah Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Jeddah, with the temperature ranging from 27ºC (81ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from IAD to JED sometime then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
You've done Jeddah, now it's time to discover more of Saudi Arabia. Travel around 88 kilometers east to Mecca to tick off its top attractions. From Almashar Alharam Mosque to Mecca and Masjid Al Khaif, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.