Flying from Mangalore Airport (IXE) to Jeddah Airport (JED): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Mangalore Airport to Jeddah Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Jeddah is UTC+3, which is two hours 30 minutes behind Mangalore.
There are three Mangalore Airport to Jeddah Airport flights every week.
To ensure you get on your IXE to JED flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Travelling to Jeddah (and then seeing more of Saudi Arabia!) is a snap with Air India Express. This popular airline offers direct flights from Mangalore Airport to Jeddah Airport.
Most travellers choose to fly with Air India Express on this route.
With 72.0% of its services landing on schedule, Air India Express is the most punctual carrier operating IXE to JED flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Mangalore Airport to Jeddah Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between IXE and JED:
Dubai Airport
Mumbai Airport
Bengaluru Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Mangalore Airport (IXE) to Jeddah Airport (JED)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Mangalore Airport to Jeddah Airport flight is $368. A round-trip fare is currently $804. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from IXE to JED if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
The cheapest month for flights from Mangalore Airport to Jeddah Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Mangalore Airport (IXE)
64% of flights leaving from Mangalore Airport make it to their destination on time.
To get to Mangalore Airport from central Mangalore, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport will take about 40 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near IXE? If you're catching an early flight from Mangalore Airport to Jeddah Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Jeddah Airport (JED)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Mangalore Airport to Jeddah Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near JED instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Jeddah Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Final Rentals, Avis or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Jeddah and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Jeddah Airport around two weeks in advance.
Getting from Jeddah Airport (JED) to central Jeddah
From Jeddah Airport, Jeddah is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Jeddah Airport (JED)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Mangalore Airport to Jeddah Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Jeddah. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Mangalore Airport to Jeddah Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Jeddah, with the temperature ranging from 27ºC to 37ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IXE to JED in January. Average temperatures are between 19ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Mecca is just one of the many places in Saudi Arabia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Jeddah. Around 88 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Almashar Alharam Mosque, Mecca and Masjid Al Khaif.