Flying from Addis Ababa Airport (ADD) to Jeddah Airport (JED): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Addis Ababa Airport to Jeddah Airport is 2 hours 25 minutes.
Addis Ababa and Jeddah follow the same timezone, UTC+3.
Take your pick of 22 weekly Addis Ababa Airport to Jeddah Airport flights. The 00:10 departure with Ethiopian Airlines is the earliest flight available. Ethiopian Airlines operates the last service of the day at 23:50.
Your ADD to JED flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
With direct flights from Addis Ababa Airport to Jeddah Airport available through a range of airlines, flying to Jeddah (and then other destinations in Saudi Arabia) is a breeze. Here's who you can travel nonstop with:
Ethiopian Airlines is the top choice for travellers on this route.
The most punctual carrier operating ADD to JED flights is Saudia. Its services arrive as planned 77.78% of the time.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Addis Ababa Airport to Jeddah Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between ADD and JED include:
Riyadh Airport
Cairo Airport
Madinah Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Addis Ababa Airport (ADD) to Jeddah Airport (JED)
Right now, $198 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Addis Ababa Airport to Jeddah Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $391. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Get cheap tickets from ADD to JED by booking at least 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Addis Ababa Airport to Jeddah Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from ADD to JED is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new deal comes up.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Addis Ababa Airport to Jeddah Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Addis Ababa Airport (ADD)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Addis Ababa Airport, 60% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Addis Ababa Airport from central Addis Ababa, it takes around 30 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to ADD? If you've booked an early flight from Addis Ababa Airport to Jeddah Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Jeddah Airport (JED)
Book a hotel close to JED if you're taking a late Addis Ababa Airport to Jeddah Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Jeddah Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Final Homes, Avis or Budget and experience more of Jeddah and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Jeddah Airport about two weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Jeddah Airport (JED) to central Jeddah
Jeddah Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Jeddah. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Jeddah Airport (JED)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Addis Ababa Airport to Jeddah Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Jeddah. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Jeddah is July, with the temperature ranging between 27ºC (81ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your flights from Addis Ababa Airport to Jeddah Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ADD to JED in January. Average temperatures are between 19ºC (66ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Jeddah is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Saudi Arabia just waiting to be discovered. Around 88 kilometres east of Jeddah, a visit to Mecca will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Almashar Alharam Mosque, Mecca and Masjid Al Khaif.