Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Jeddah travel guide

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You're Going to Love Jeddah

With a population of 2.87 million, Jeddah is the largest city in Makkah, Saudi Arabia by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Jeddah has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Jeddah

If you’re looking for affordable options, Spears - InterContinental Jeddah (Al Kurnaysh Rd) and Al Ferdaus - InterContinental Jeddah (Al Kurnaysh Rd, Al-Hamra'a) are great picks.

When to visit Jeddah

Jeddah in February
Estimated hotel price
S$ 228
1 night at 3-star hotel
Jeddah in February
Estimated hotel price
S$ 228
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Jeddah in July, when the average temperature is 32 °C, and the highest can go up to 37 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 18 °C, with an average temperature of 23 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 20 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Jeddah, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.

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How to Get to Jeddah

Plane

When flying to Jeddah, you’ll arrive at Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED), which is located 9 miles from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Singapore to Jeddah include SAUDIA, Garuda Indonesia and Vietnam Airlines. The shortest flight to Jeddah from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 9h 15m.

Plane

When flying to Jeddah, you’ll arrive at Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED), which is located 9 miles from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Singapore to Jeddah include SAUDIA, Garuda Indonesia and Vietnam Airlines. The shortest flight to Jeddah from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 9h 15m.

Airports near Jeddah

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Airlines serving Jeddah

KLM
Good (1,509 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,940 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,460 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,343 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,209 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,583 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,681 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,567 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,723 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,993 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,392 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,230 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,432 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,312 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,506 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,200 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (999 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (307 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (209 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (426 reviews)
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Where to stay in Jeddah

From 5-star hotels such as the Joudyan Jeddah Red Sea Mall to great affordable options like the Three Points Al Salama, Jeddah offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around S$ 80 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to S$ 335 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Jeddah, with prices from S$ 36 to S$ 692 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Jeddah are about 37% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Jeddah

Most booked hotels in Jeddah

Joudyan Jeddah Red Sea Mall
5 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
S$ 211+
Intercontinental Hotels Jeddah By IHG
5 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
S$ 157+

Hiring a car in Jeddah

Hiring a car in Jeddah costs S$ 66 per day, on average, or S$ 331 if you want to hire it for 5 days.

The most frequently booked car type in Jeddah is Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Hyundai i10 or similar) is, on average, 66% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Jeddah costs S$ 66 per day, on average, or S$ 331 if you want to hire it for 5 days.

The most frequently booked car type in Jeddah is Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Hyundai i10 or similar) is, on average, 66% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Car hire agencies in Jeddah

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