Travelling from Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Bucharest: what you need to know
Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport is located in Jeddah. Following the UTC+2 timezone, Bucharest is one hour behind Jeddah.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your JED to Bucharest flight.
Flying during a popular month such as February? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from JED to Bucharest, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
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Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Jeddah, JED can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near JED? If you've booked an early flight from Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport to Bucharest, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport, 75% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Bucharest
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport to Bucharest flight is $214. The cheapest price for a return flight is $472. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from JED to Bucharest, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for your Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport to Bucharest ticket.
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Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Bucharest. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes around 35 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport to Bucharest, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near OTP:
For the best deal, book your ride from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from JED to Bucharest.
Baneasa Airport (BBU)
If you're staying in central Bucharest (or just can't wait to start exploring), the city is around 8 kilometres from Baneasa Airport (BBU). Look for any information kiosks to get directions after disembarking your flight from Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport to Bucharest.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to BBU. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your JED to Bucharest flight:
Get the pick of the lot. Reserving your ride from BBU two weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bucharest
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport to Bucharest. July is the most popular month for a trip to Bucharest. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in January.
When booking your Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport to Bucharest plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 34ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from JED to Bucharest in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about Bucharest
After booking your flight from Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport to Bucharest, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bucharest:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Museum of the Palace of the Parliament, Caru' cu Bere and National Bank of Romania Museum are leading attractions which should feature on any good Bucharest itinerary.
Explore more of Romania
Bucharest has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Romania you'll want to see. About 322 kilometres north of Bucharest, a trip to Iasi will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Galata Monastery, The Catholic Cathedral Saint Mary and Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs.
Cluj-Napoca is another sought-after destination in Romania and is around 322 kilometres northwest of Bucharest. No journey is complete without a visit to St. Michael's Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration.