Flying from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Seoul: what you need to know
King Abdulaziz International Airport is located in Jeddah. Following the UTC+9 timezone, Seoul is six hours ahead of Jeddah.
To avoid rushing for your JED to Seoul flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from JED to Seoul with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Central Jeddah to JED is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
In search of a hotel near JED? If you're boarding an early flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Seoul, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
King Abdulaziz International Airport has a strong on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from JED touch down on schedule 81.7% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Seoul
ر.ق. 1,125 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way King Abdulaziz International Airport to Seoul flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is ر.ق. 2,245. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from JED to Seoul. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for a King Abdulaziz International Airport to Seoul ticket.
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Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
From Incheon International Airport (ICN), central Seoul is roughly 48 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to ICN if you're coming in on a late flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Seoul. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with an Incheon International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo and experience more of Seoul and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Incheon International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from JED to Seoul.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Gimpo International Airport (GMP) is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Seoul. Explore your options for travelling into town after your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Seoul has touched down.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so.
There are some great places to drop your things at near GMP. Unwind and get cosy after your JED to Seoul flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport timetables or long cab queues. Grab a Gimpo International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the rates and availability from GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul and Hi Rent A Car.
Don't pay more than you need to. Booking your ride one week ahead of your arrival at GMP can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Seoul
Plan your trip to Seoul during peak season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Seoul in the low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Lock in a King Abdulaziz International Airport to Seoul flight ticket with a departure in August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 19ºC to 32ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 4ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from JED to Seoul around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Seoul
After booking your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Seoul, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Seoul:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Bukchon Hanok Village, Gyeongbokgung Palace and N Seoul Tower are essential stops on your Seoul itinerary.
Explore more of South Korea
Seoul has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of South Korea you'll want to see. About 322 kilometres south-east of Seoul, a visit to Busan will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Haeundae Beach, Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple.
Around 241 kilometres south-east of Seoul, Daegu is another essential stop in South Korea. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Duryu Park People's Garden, E-World and Apsan Park.
