Flying from Sylhet Airport (ZYL) to Jeddah Airport (JED): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Sylhet Airport to Jeddah Airport is 7 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in Jeddah is UTC+3, which is three hours behind Sylhet.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to board your ZYL to JED flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Biman Bangladesh Airlines is your gateway to discovering Jeddah (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Saudi Arabia!). Check out the direct flights from Sylhet Airport to Jeddah Airport offered by this carrier.
Biman Bangladesh Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Among carriers operating ZYL to JED flights, Biman Bangladesh Airlines has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sylhet Airport (ZYL) to Jeddah Airport (JED)
$828 is currently the best price for a one-way Sylhet Airport to Jeddah Airport flight. Return flights start from $1,257. These fares can change based on demand.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from ZYL to JED. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sylhet Airport to Jeddah Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Handy information about Sylhet Airport (ZYL)
When it comes to Sylhet Airport's on-time performance, data shows 61% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Sylhet Airport from central Sylhet, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near ZYL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Sylhet Airport to Jeddah Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Jeddah Airport (JED)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Sylhet Airport to Jeddah Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near JED instead:
Pick up a Jeddah Airport rental car and discover Jeddah and beyond with your own set of wheels. Final Rentals, Avis and Budget are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Jeddah Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Jeddah Airport (JED) to central Jeddah
Jeddah Airport to the centre of Jeddah has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Jeddah Airport (JED)
August is the busiest month for flights from Sylhet Airport to Jeddah Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Jeddah in March.
The warmest month in Jeddah is July, with temperatures ranging between 27ºC and 37ºC. Lock in your flights from Sylhet Airport to Jeddah Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from ZYL to JED in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC and 28ºC on average.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Jeddah is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Saudi Arabia just waiting to be explored. About 88 kilometres east of Jeddah, a visit to Mecca will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Almashar Alharam Mosque, Mecca and Masjid Al Khaif.