Flying from Aminu Kano Intl Airport (KAN) to Jeddah Airport (JED): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Aminu Kano Intl Airport to Jeddah Airport is 6 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Jeddah is UTC+3, which is two hours ahead of Kano.
Every week, there are three Aminu Kano Intl Airport to Jeddah Airport flights. To jet off as soon as possible, go for the 13:55 Saudia flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 15:00 with Saudia.
Give yourself enough time to make your KAN to JED flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Saudia has direct flights from Aminu Kano Intl Airport to Jeddah Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Jeddah — and maybe even more of Saudi Arabia if your schedule allows.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Saudia.
Saudia is the most punctual carrier that offers KAN to JED flights, with 67.65% of its services reaching their destination on time.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Aminu Kano Intl Airport to Jeddah Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between KAN and JED include:
Cairo Airport
Addis Ababa Airport
Abuja Airport
Handy information about Aminu Kano Intl Airport (KAN)
67% of flights departing from Aminu Kano Intl Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Kano to Aminu Kano Intl Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to KAN? If you've booked an early flight from Aminu Kano Intl Airport to Jeddah Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Jeddah Airport (JED)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Aminu Kano Intl Airport to Jeddah Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near JED instead:
Follow your own route with a Jeddah Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Final Rentals, Avis or Budget and chase adventure across Jeddah and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Jeddah Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Jeddah Airport (JED) to central Jeddah
Jeddah Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Jeddah. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Jeddah Airport (JED)
August is the busiest month for flights from Aminu Kano Intl Airport to Jeddah Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Jeddah in March.
When booking your flight from Aminu Kano Intl Airport to Jeddah Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Jeddah, with the temperature ranging from 27ºC to 37ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KAN to JED in January. Average temperatures are between 19ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Jeddah has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Saudi Arabia just waiting to be discovered. About 88 kilometres east of Jeddah, a trip to Mecca will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Almashar Alharam Mosque, Mecca and Masjid Al Khaif.
