Travelling from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED): what you need to know
Jeddah's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Zanzibar.
Your ZNZ to JED flight won't wait if you're running 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 flying internationally.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
$446 is currently the best price for a one-way Zanzibar International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport flight. Return flights start from $857. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from ZNZ to JED. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Zanzibar International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Zanzibar International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
71.9% of flights that leave from Zanzibar International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To reach Zanzibar International Airport from central Zanzibar, it takes about 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a convenient hotel near ZNZ? If you're boarding an early flight from Zanzibar International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Reserve a hotel close to JED if you're taking a late Zanzibar International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a King Abdulaziz International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Final Rentals, Avis or Budget and explore beyond Jeddah's main sights.
Reserving your ride from King Abdulaziz International Airport about two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to central Jeddah
King Abdulaziz International Airport to central Jeddah has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
When to fly to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
August is the busiest month for flights from Zanzibar International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Jeddah in April.
When booking your flight from Zanzibar International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Jeddah, with temperatures ranging from 27ºC (81ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ZNZ to JED around that time if you like cooler conditions.
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