Flying from Kolkata Airport (CCU) to Jeddah Airport (JED): what you need to know
Jeddah's timezone is UTC+3, making Jeddah two hours 30 minutes behind Kolkata.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your CCU to JED flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kolkata Airport to Jeddah Airport. These are the top stopovers between CCU and JED:
Dubai Airport
Mumbai Airport
Ahmedabad Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kolkata Airport (CCU) to Jeddah Airport (JED)
Currently, ر.ق. 913 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Kolkata Airport to Jeddah Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ر.ق. 1,754. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from CCU to JED. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Kolkata Airport to Jeddah Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from CCU to JED by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Kolkata Airport to Jeddah Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Kolkata Airport (CCU)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Kolkata Airport, 72% of flights complete their journey on time.
Kolkata Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Kolkata. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to CCU? If you're boarding an early flight from Kolkata Airport to Jeddah Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Jeddah Airport (JED)
Consider booking a hotel close to JED if you're on a late Kolkata Airport to Jeddah Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Jeddah Airport rental car and discover Jeddah and beyond with your own set of wheels. Final Rentals, Avis and Budget are top providers you can book with here.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Jeddah Airport around two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Jeddah Airport (JED) to central Jeddah
Jeddah Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Jeddah. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Jeddah Airport (JED)
August is the busiest month for flights from Kolkata Airport to Jeddah Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Jeddah in March.
When booking your flight from Kolkata Airport to Jeddah Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Jeddah, with temperatures ranging from 27ºC to 37ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 19ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap tickets from CCU to JED sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Mecca is just one of the many cities in Saudi Arabia waiting to be explored once you've seen Jeddah. Around 88 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Almashar Alharam Mosque, Mecca and Masjid Al Khaif.
