Flying from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Jeddah and Istanbul are in the UTC+3 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Every week, there are 85 King Abdulaziz International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board as early as possible, pick the 01:00 Turkish Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 23:25 with Turkish Airlines.
Leave enough time to catch your JED to IST flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
With direct flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport available through a range of airlines, getting to Istanbul (and then other destinations in Türkiye (Turkey)) is a breeze. Here's who you can travel nonstop with:
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is flyadeal.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between JED and IST include:
Cairo International Airport
Queen Alia International Airport
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
$111 is the best price for a one-way King Abdulaziz International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Return flights start at $251. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Book six months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from JED to IST.
The cheapest month for flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Save time searching for cheap flights from JED to IST by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Handy information about King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
81.7% of flights departing from King Abdulaziz International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from JED.
Central Jeddah to King Abdulaziz International Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near JED. Whether you're taking an early flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Book a hotel close to IST if you have a late King Abdulaziz International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car and explore Istanbul and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is roughly 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. The drive time takes about 50 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Istanbul. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from JED to IST in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've visited Istanbul, now it's time to explore more of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel about 354 kilometres east to Ankara to tick off its leading sights. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Türkiye (Turkey), consider Izmir, about 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square are key highlights.