Flying from Jeddah Airport (JED) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Jeddah Airport to Dubai Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 55 minutes.
Dubai is one hour ahead of Jeddah and is in the UTC+4 timezone.
You can choose from 112 weekly Jeddah Airport to Dubai Airport flights. The 00:35 departure with Saudia is the earliest you can take. Flydubai operates the latest service of the day at 23:10.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your JED to DXB flight.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
A range of airlines operate direct flights from Jeddah Airport to Dubai Airport, so jetting to Dubai (and then seeing more parts of the United Arab Emirates!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
Saudia has the highest passenger demand on this route.
With an impressive 83.23% of services landing on schedule, Flynas has the best on-time record for JED to DXB flights.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Jeddah Airport to Dubai Airport. Here are the top stopovers between JED and DXB:
Riyadh Airport
Kuwait Airport
Dammam Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jeddah Airport (JED) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
Currently, ر.ق. 377 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Jeddah Airport to Dubai Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ر.ق. 792. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from JED to DXB. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Jeddah Airport to Dubai Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from JED to DXB by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Jeddah Airport to Dubai Airport.
Handy information about Jeddah Airport (JED)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Jeddah Airport, 75% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Jeddah Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Jeddah. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Jeddah Airport to Dubai Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near JED:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
Book a hotel near DXB if you have a late Jeddah Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Dubai Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Rental and chase adventure across Dubai and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Dubai Airport around three weeks ahead.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Jeddah Airport to Dubai Airport. December is the most popular month to visit Dubai. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Jeddah Airport to Dubai Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with the temperature ranging from 30ºC to 42ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from JED to DXB in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Dubai has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United Arab Emirates you should also see. About 23 kilometres north-east of Dubai, a trip to Sharjah will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Rain Room, Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland.
Around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai, Abu Dhabi is another favourite stop in the United Arab Emirates. No visit is complete without checking out Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace.
