Travelling from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED): what you need to know
Around 5 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport.
Jeddah's timezone is UTC+3, making Jeddah two hours ahead of Barcelona.
Flights from BCN to JED start from 15:25 — the first with Saudia. The last service of the day is at 16:25 with Saudia. Overall, you can choose from seven weekly Barcelona-El Prat Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your BCN to JED flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Saudia is your gateway to discovering Jeddah (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Saudi Arabia!). Check out the direct flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport offered by this popular airline.
Saudia is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Among carriers operating BCN to JED flights, Saudia is the most consistent for on-time landings.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between BCN and JED:
Cairo International Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Milano Malpensa Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport flight is Rs27,259. A round-trip plane ticket right now is Rs55,175. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book six months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from BCN to JED.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from BCN to JED by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport.
Handy information about Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Of all flights departing from Barcelona-El Prat Airport, 79.12% touch down on time at their destination.
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Barcelona. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near BCN? If you're boarding an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Consider staying in a hotel near JED if you have a late Barcelona-El Prat Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a King Abdulaziz International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Final Rentals, Avis or Budget to explore Jeddah and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from King Abdulaziz International Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to central Jeddah
King Abdulaziz International Airport to the centre of Jeddah has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
When to fly to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Jeddah. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Jeddah, with the temperature ranging from 27ºC to 37ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 19ºC and 28ºC. Look for cheap tickets from BCN to JED sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Jeddah has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Saudi Arabia you should also see. About 88 kilometres east of Jeddah, a visit to Mecca will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like View point, Pelontaran Jumrah Mina and Al Arak Park.
Yanbu is another well-known destination in Saudi Arabia and is around 306 kilometres north of Jeddah. No trip is complete without visiting Yanbu Corniche, Yanbu Lakes and Yanbu Historic Area.
