Flying from Port Sudan Airport (PZU) to Jeddah Airport (JED): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Port Sudan Airport to Jeddah Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour.
Jeddah's timezone is UTC+3, making Jeddah one hour ahead of Port Sudan.
Choose from 26 weekly Port Sudan Airport to Jeddah Airport flights. The 00:30 departure with Badr Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. Badr Airlines operates the last service of the day at 18:05.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PZU to JED flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Badr Airlines has direct flights from Port Sudan Airport to Jeddah Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Jeddah — and maybe even more of Saudi Arabia if you have time.
Most travellers choose to travel with Badr Airlines on this route.
If you'd love to discover another city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Port Sudan Airport to Jeddah Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Cairo Airport is a sought-after stop between PZU and JED.
Handy information about Port Sudan Airport (PZU)
Of all flights leaving Port Sudan Airport, 65% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Port Sudan Airport is about 19 kms (12 miles) from central Port Sudan. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Arriving at Jeddah Airport (JED)
Reserve a hotel near JED if you're on a late Port Sudan Airport to Jeddah Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Jeddah Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Final Rentals, Avis or Budget and explore beyond Jeddah's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Jeddah Airport around two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Jeddah Airport (JED) to central Jeddah
Jeddah Airport is approximately 19 kms (12 miles) from central Jeddah. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Jeddah Airport (JED)
August is the busiest month for flights from Port Sudan Airport to Jeddah Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Jeddah in March.
Book your flight from Port Sudan Airport to Jeddah Airport for July if you'd like to go to Jeddah during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 27ºC and 37ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from PZU to JED in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 19ºC and 28ºC on average.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Mecca is just one of the many cities in Saudi Arabia waiting to be explored once you've seen Jeddah. Around 88 kms (55 miles) away to the east, top sights here include Almashar Alharam Mosque, Mecca and Masjid Al Khaif.


