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

Jeddah travel guide

Jeddah Tourism | Jeddah Guide

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 3 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 May
Estimated hotel price
C$ 67
1 night at 3-star hotel
Jeddah in May
Estimated hotel price
C$ 67
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 The shortest flight to Jeddah from Canada departs from Calgary and takes around 19h 25m.

Plane

When flying to Jeddah, you’ll arrive at Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED), which is located 9 miles from the city centre The shortest flight to Jeddah from Canada departs from Calgary and takes around 19h 25m.

Airports near Jeddah

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Airlines serving Jeddah

KLM
Good (1,410 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,570 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,007 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,516 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,044 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,015 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,010 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,407 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,486 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,444 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,291 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,058 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,400 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (894 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,059 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (281 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,082 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (640 reviews)
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Where to stay in Jeddah

From 5-star hotels such as the Joudyan Red Sea Mall Jeddah By Elaf to great affordable options like the Taj Al Worood Hotel, Jeddah offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around C$ 86 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 310 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Jeddah, with prices from C$ 38 to C$ 658 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Jeddah are about 6% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Jeddah

Most booked hotels in Jeddah

Warwick Hotel Jeddah
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
C$ 112+
Centro Shaheen Jeddah by Rotana
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 112+
Mövenpick Jeddah City Star
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 143+
Jeddah Hilton Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 290+

Renting a car in Jeddah

Renting a car in Jeddah costs C$ 63 per day, on average, or C$ 189 if you want to rent it for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 3% more expensive than at Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl.

The most frequently booked car type in Jeddah is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Kia Pegas or similar) are, on average, 55% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Jeddah costs C$ 63 per day, on average, or C$ 189 if you want to rent it for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 3% more expensive than at Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl.

The most frequently booked car type in Jeddah is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Kia Pegas or similar) are, on average, 55% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.