Jeddah travel guide

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You're Going to Love Jeddah

With a population of 2.87 million, Jeddah is the largest city in Makkah, Saudi Arabia by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Jeddah has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Jeddah

If you’re looking for affordable options, Fogo de Chao Brazilian Steakhouse - Jeddah (Jeddah 21412) and Sakura Japanese Restaurant - Crowne Plaza Jeddah (Crowne Plaza Jeddah Hotel Husayn Basalamah Al Ham'mra) are great picks.

When to visit Jeddah

Jeddah in December
Estimated hotel price
₹ 5099
1 night at 3-star hotel
Jeddah in December
Estimated hotel price
₹ 5099
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Jeddah in July, when the average temperature is 32 °C, and the highest can go up to 37 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 18 °C, with an average temperature of 23 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 20 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Jeddah, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.

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How to Get to Jeddah

Plane

When flying to Jeddah, you’ll arrive at Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED), which is located 9 miles from the city centre. Airlines that fly from India to Jeddah include IndiGo, Air India and Akasa Air. The shortest flight to Jeddah from India departs from Mumbai and takes around 4h 50m.

Plane

When flying to Jeddah, you’ll arrive at Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED), which is located 9 miles from the city centre. Airlines that fly from India to Jeddah include IndiGo, Air India and Akasa Air. The shortest flight to Jeddah from India departs from Mumbai and takes around 4h 50m.

Airports near Jeddah

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Airlines serving Jeddah

KLM
Good (1,344 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,890 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,947 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,800 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,730 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,451 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,733 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,230 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,571 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,339 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,206 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (974 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,294 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (865 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (775 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (349 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (255 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (150 reviews)
Air Europa
Good (514 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,073 reviews)
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Where to stay in Jeddah

From 5-star hotels such as the Joudyan Jeddah Red Sea Mall to great affordable options like the Dyar Al Hamra Hotel, Jeddah offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around ₹ 12,583 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 22,807 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Jeddah, with prices from ₹ 2,479 to ₹ 53,760 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Jeddah are about 6% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Jeddah

Most booked hotels in Jeddah

Warwick Hotel Jeddah
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
₹ 7,866+
Jeddah Hilton Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
₹ 20,640+
Mövenpick Hotel City Star Jeddah
5 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
₹ 9,319+

Hiring a car in Jeddah

Hiring a car in Jeddah costs ₹ 3,703 per day, on average, or ₹ 18,515 if you want to hire it for 5 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 43% cheaper than airport locations in Jeddah.

Mini (Hyundai i10 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Jeddah, while also 28% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Jeddah costs ₹ 3,703 per day, on average, or ₹ 18,515 if you want to hire it for 5 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 43% cheaper than airport locations in Jeddah.

Mini (Hyundai i10 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Jeddah, while also 28% cheaper than other types, on average.

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