Travelling from Jeddah Airport (JED) to Abha Airport (AHB): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Jeddah Airport to Abha Airport.
Jeddah and Abha are in the UTC+3 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Every week, there are 94 Jeddah Airport to Abha Airport flights. If you prefer to take off early, jump on the 02:45 Saudia flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 23:45 with Saudia.
Your JED to AHB flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You can fly nonstop to Abha, Saudi Arabia. Prepare for takeoff with one of these carriers that offer direct flights from Jeddah Airport to Abha Airport:
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Saudia on this route.
Flynas is the most punctual carrier that operates JED to AHB flights. A dependable 84.56% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Jeddah Airport to Abha Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between JED and AHB:
Dubai Airport
Riyadh Airport
Cairo Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jeddah Airport (JED) to Abha Airport (AHB)
$138 is the lowest price for a one-way Jeddah Airport to Abha Airport flight. Return flights start from $281. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from JED to AHB, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Jeddah Airport to Abha Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from JED to AHB by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Jeddah Airport to Abha Airport.
Handy information about Jeddah Airport (JED)
Of the flights that depart from Jeddah Airport, 75% land on schedule at their destination.
Jeddah Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Jeddah. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Jeddah Airport to Abha Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to JED:
Arriving at Abha Airport (AHB)
If you're arriving on a late Jeddah Airport to Abha Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near AHB:
Follow your own route with a Abha Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Alamo, Final Rentals or Key Car Rental and experience more of Abha and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Abha Airport around one week before travelling.
When to fly to Abha Airport (AHB)
July is the most popular month for flights from Jeddah Airport to Abha Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Abha in March.
Lock in your flight from Jeddah Airport to Abha Airport for June if you want to explore Abha during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 34ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from JED to AHB in January. Temperatures average between 10ºC and 24ºC then.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Abha has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Saudi Arabia you'll want to see. About 451 kilometres north-west of Abha, a trip to Mecca will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Almashar Alharam Mosque, Mecca and Masjid Al Khaif.
Want ideas for other notable places to go in Saudi Arabia? Make tracks 56 kilometres north-east of Abha to Khamis Mushait. Tendaha Lake is a highlight in the area.