Flying from Los Angeles to Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED): What you need to know
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is Los Angeles's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Los Angeles to Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) jetting off from here.
Around 15 hours 20 minutes is the usual time it takes for a direct Los Angeles to Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport flight.
Jeddah is 11 hours ahead of Los Angeles. Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport is located in Jeddah, which runs on the UTC+3 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Los Angeles to JED.
If you're flying during a peak month like December, head to the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines will be longer during high seasons like Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Get to your destination in one go from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Direct flights from Los Angeles to Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) can be booked from here.
You can lock in a direct flight from Los Angeles to Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport with Saudia. This leading airline operates services from LAX.
Saudia is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from LAX to JED.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time performance on this route is Saudia. Its services arrive without delay 70.83% of the time.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Los Angeles to JED departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
LAX is about 29 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Los Angeles International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles to Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Los Angeles International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 81% of flights that take off from LAX arrive at their destination without delay.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Los Angeles to VNY in about 1 hour 15 minutes. The airport is roughly 29 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 35 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your Los Angeles to JED flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Van Nuys Airport:
About Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
If you have a late flight from Los Angeles to Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near JED:
Travel at your own pace with a Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Final Rentals, Avis or Budget and see more of Jeddah and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle around two weeks before your Los Angeles to Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport flight.
Getting from Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to central Jeddah
Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Jeddah. How long it'll take to get there in a taxi or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
It takes around 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport is $957. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,641. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book two months before flying. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Los Angeles to JED.
Schedule your trip for July. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Los Angeles to Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
January is when most people book flights from Los Angeles to Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED). Plan your visit to Jeddah in September if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Jeddah is July, with temperatures ranging between 27ºC and 37ºC. Lock in your Los Angeles to JED plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC and 28ºC.
More about Jeddah
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Jeddah right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Los Angeles to Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport:
You'll find plenty of awesome things to do in Jeddah when you're ready to sightsee. Start exploring at Jeddah Corniche followed by Jeddah Corniche and Jeddah Old Town (Al Balad).
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Jeddah has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Saudi Arabia just waiting to be explored. About 137 kilometres southeast of Jeddah, a visit to Ash Shafā will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Al Shafa Park, Mountain Side Picture Taking Location and Sultan Park.
Always wanted to visit Splash Water Park? Then make your way to Rābigh. Another favourite stop in Saudi Arabia, it's around 137 kilometres north of Jeddah.