Flying from Rio De Janeiro to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED): What you need to know
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is Rio De Janeiro's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Rio De Janeiro to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) jetting off from here.
Jeddah is six hours ahead of Rio De Janeiro. King Abdulaziz International Airport is located in Jeddah, which runs on the UTC+3 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Rio De Janeiro to JED. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
In peak travel periods, allow for longer wait times and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to JED with a stopover. To explore the options departing from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between GIG and JED include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The journey from central Rio De Janeiro to GIG takes about 1 hour 5 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to King Abdulaziz International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels near Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport:
79.57% of flights taking off from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
With public transport, you can travel from central Rio De Janeiro to SDU in around 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 2 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 5 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Santos Dumont Airport the day before your Rio De Janeiro to JED flight:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Santos Dumont Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 78.67%.
About King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Have a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to King Abdulaziz International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near JED and be in snooze mode sooner:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a King Abdulaziz International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Final Rentals, Avis or Budget to explore Jeddah and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride around two weeks in advance of your Rio De Janeiro to King Abdulaziz International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to King Abdulaziz International Airport is $1,453. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $2,835. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to JED, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Rio De Janeiro to King Abdulaziz International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
April is the quietest month for flights from Rio De Janeiro to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED), while August is the most popular. Figure out the best time to go to Jeddah based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Rio De Janeiro to JED flight ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Jeddah, with temperatures ranging from 27ºC to 37ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Rio De Janeiro to King Abdulaziz International Airport in January when temperatures are between 19ºC and 28ºC.
More about Jeddah
Once you've booked your flight from Rio De Janeiro to King Abdulaziz International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Jeddah:
Your visit to Jeddah wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Attractions worth exploring include Jeddah Corniche, Jeddah Corniche and سيتي ووك City Walk Jeddah.
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. Around 137 kilometres south-east of Jeddah, a trip to Ash Shafā will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Al Shafa Park, جبل الطائف الأخضر and Sultan Park.
Always wanted to visit Splash Water Park? Then set off for Rābigh. Another favourite destination in Saudi Arabia, it's around 137 kilometres north of Jeddah.
