Travelling from Cairo Airport (CAI) to Jeddah Airport (JED): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Cairo Airport to Jeddah Airport.
Jeddah is one hour ahead of Cairo and observes the UTC+3 timezone.
Pack your suitcase and choose from 251 weekly Cairo Airport to Jeddah Airport flights.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your CAI to JED flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
There are plenty of direct flights from Cairo Airport to Jeddah Airport to pick from. When planning your Jeddah journey, these carriers can fly you nonstop to this unmissable part of Saudi Arabia:
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Saudia.
Saudia is the most punctual carrier that operates CAI to JED flights. An impressive 84.88% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cairo Airport to Jeddah Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between CAI and JED include:
Amman Queen Alia Airport
Madinah Airport
Alexandria Borg El Arab Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo Airport (CAI) to Jeddah Airport (JED)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Cairo Airport to Jeddah Airport flight is $111. A return plane ticket right now is $200. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from CAI to JED by booking nine months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Organise your trip for February. That's the cheapest month for flights from Cairo Airport to Jeddah Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from CAI to JED by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Cairo Airport to Jeddah Airport.
Handy information about Cairo Airport (CAI)
65% of flights that leave from Cairo Airport reach their destination on time.
To get to Cairo Airport from central Cairo, it takes around 45 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from Cairo Airport to Jeddah Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to CAI:
Arriving at Jeddah Airport (JED)
If you're arriving on a late Cairo Airport to Jeddah Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near JED:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Jeddah Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Final Homes, Avis or Budget to explore Jeddah and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Jeddah Airport about two weeks in advance.
When to fly to Jeddah Airport (JED)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Cairo Airport to Jeddah Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Jeddah. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Cairo Airport to Jeddah Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Jeddah, with temperatures ranging from 27ºC (81ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CAI to JED in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Mecca is just one of the many places in Saudi Arabia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Jeddah. Around 88 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Almashar Alharam Mosque, Mecca and Masjid Al Khaif.