Travelling from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Glasgow: what you need to know
King Abdulaziz International Airport is located in Jeddah. Based in the UTC+0 timezone, Glasgow is three hours behind Jeddah.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your JED to Glasgow flight.
Planning to travel during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from JED to Glasgow with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
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JED is about 14 kilometres from central Jeddah. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Glasgow? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to JED:
King Abdulaziz International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from JED make it to their destination as scheduled 81.7% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Glasgow
ر.ق. 588 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way King Abdulaziz International Airport to Glasgow flight. A return flight ticket right now is ر.ق. 1,209. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from JED to Glasgow. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Glasgow throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to keep checking in to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when there's an extra saving on cheap flights from JED to Glasgow.
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Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Glasgow. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive will take roughly 15 minutes.
It typically takes 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Glasgow. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GLA instead:
Grab a Glasgow International Airport rental car and explore Glasgow and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Alamo are leading providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Glasgow International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from JED to Glasgow.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Central Glasgow is located around 48 kilometres from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK). Once your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Glasgow has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 40 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 55 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near PIK. Unwind and get cosy after your JED to Glasgow flight at one of these perfectly located options:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Glasgow Prestwick Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Arnold Clark and make a speedy getaway.
Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from PIK two weeks in advance often means more savings and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Glasgow
Carefully consider your trip dates before booking your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Glasgow. The city comes alive during peak season, but hotel prices are generally higher and major attractions can be crowded. Go to Glasgow in low season if you prefer a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Glasgow is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC and 20ºC. Lock in your King Abdulaziz International Airport to Glasgow flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from JED to Glasgow around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Glasgow
After booking your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Glasgow, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Glasgow:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Glasgow Cathedral and Riverside Museum are highlights which should be on any good Glasgow itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've seen Glasgow, now it's time to discover other parts of United Kingdom. Travel about 402 kilometres south-east to Birmingham to check off its top attractions. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 499 kilometres south of Glasgow, Cardiff is another essential stop in United Kingdom. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Cardiff Castle, Bute Park and Cardiff Bay.
