Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Jeddah Airport (JED): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Jeddah Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 6 hours 10 minutes.
Jeddah's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Jeddah three hours ahead of London.
Flights from LHR to JED start at 14:15 — the first with Saudia. The last service of the day is at 22:30 with British Airways. Overall, there are 17 weekly London Heathrow Airport to Jeddah Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your LHR to JED flight.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Jetting into Jeddah (and then exploring more of Saudi Arabia!) is a snap with Saudia. This popular airline has direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Jeddah Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Saudia on this route.
British Airways is the most punctual carrier offering LHR to JED flights. An exceptional 91.43% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Jeddah Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between LHR and JED:
Barcelona Airport
Cairo Airport
Luxor Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Jeddah Airport (JED)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Jeddah Airport flight is $191. A round-trip ticket right now is $431. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from LHR to JED by booking ten months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Jeddah Airport is March. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
78% of flights leaving from London Heathrow Airport make it to their destination on time.
To reach London Heathrow Airport from central London, it'll take around 45 minutes if you're traveling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 24 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
The journey when using public transport takes about 25 minutes.
Get your vacation off to a hassle-free start by staying near LHR. Whether you're taking an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Jeddah Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Jeddah Airport (JED)
Consider booking a hotel close to JED if you're on a late London Heathrow Airport to Jeddah Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Jeddah Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Final Rentals, Avis or Budget and explore beyond Jeddah's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Jeddah Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Jeddah Airport (JED) to central Jeddah
Jeddah Airport to central Jeddah has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometers away.
Getting to the center by public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
When to fly to Jeddah Airport (JED)
August is the most popular month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Jeddah Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Jeddah in March.
The warmest month in Jeddah is July, with the temperature ranging between 27ºC (81ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Jeddah Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LHR to JED in January. Temperatures average between 19ºC (66ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Mecca is just one of the many places in Saudi Arabia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Jeddah. Around 88 kilometers away to the east, top sights here include Almashar Alharam Mosque, Mecca and Masjid Al Khaif.