Flying from Menara Airport (RAK) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED): what you need to know
The timezone in Jeddah is UTC+3, which is two hours ahead of Marrakech.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your RAK 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 month like March? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Menara Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between RAK and JED include:
Mohamed V International Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Geneve Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Menara Airport (RAK) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Menara Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport flight is $91. A return ticket right now is $260. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from RAK to JED if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when looking for your flight from Menara Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from RAK to JED.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Menara Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport.
Handy information about Menara Airport (RAK)
73.36% of flights taking off from Menara Airport make it to their destination on time.
To reach Menara Airport from central Marrakech, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're traveling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 4 miles from the airport to the city center.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 20 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Menara Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near RAK:
Arriving at King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Consider booking a hotel near JED if you're taking a late Menara Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a King Abdulaziz International 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 reserving your vehicle from King Abdulaziz International Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to central Jeddah
King Abdulaziz International Airport to the center of Jeddah has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 12 miles away.
When to fly to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Menara Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Jeddah. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Menara Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Jeddah during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 81ºF and 99ºF.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RAK to JED in January. Temperatures average between 66ºF and 82ºF then.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Mecca is just one of the many cities in Saudi Arabia waiting to be explored after you've seen Jeddah. Around 55 miles away to the east, its best attractions include View point, Pelontaran Jumrah Mina and Al Arak Park.
Around 190 miles north of Jeddah, Yanbu is another favorite stop in Saudi Arabia. No visit is complete without checking out Yanbu Corniche, Yanbu Lakes and Yanbu Historic Area.