Flying from Salalah Airport (SLL) to Jeddah Airport (JED): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Salalah Airport to Jeddah Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Jeddah is UTC+3, which is one hour behind Salalah.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SLL to JED flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Flying during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
A variety of airlines offer direct flights from Salalah Airport to Jeddah Airport, so jetting to Jeddah (and then exploring more of Saudi Arabia!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Flynas.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Salalah Airport to Jeddah Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between SLL and JED include:
Sharjah Airport
Kuwait Airport
Muscat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Salalah Airport (SLL) to Jeddah Airport (JED)
Right now, $233 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Salalah Airport to Jeddah Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $452. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SLL to JED if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Salalah Airport to Jeddah Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from SLL to JED by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Salalah Airport to Jeddah Airport.
Handy information about Salalah Airport (SLL)
63% of flights taking off from Salalah Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Salalah Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Salalah. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near SLL? If you're boarding an early flight from Salalah Airport to Jeddah Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Jeddah Airport (JED)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Salalah Airport to Jeddah Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near JED instead:
Hit the road running 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.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Jeddah Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Jeddah Airport (JED) to central Jeddah
From Jeddah Airport, Jeddah is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Jeddah Airport (JED)
The quietest month for a flight from Salalah Airport to Jeddah Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Jeddah based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Salalah Airport to Jeddah Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Jeddah, with the temperature ranging from 27ºC to 37ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 19ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap tickets from SLL to JED around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
You've seen Jeddah, now it's time to explore other parts of Saudi Arabia. Journey around 88 kilometres east to Mecca to check off its must-visit sights. From Almashar Alharam Mosque to Mecca and Masjid Al Khaif, your itinerary will be busy.