Travelling from Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Beijing: what you need to know
The timezone in Beijing is UTC+8. The city is five hours ahead of Jeddah, where Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to make your JED to Beijing flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as February. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from JED to Beijing with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH)
JED is about 14 kilometres from central Jeddah. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport to Beijing? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near JED:
Of all flights departing from Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport, 75% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Beijing
The best price we've found for a one-way Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport to Beijing flight is Rs75,041. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs137,509. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from JED to Beijing, book early. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Scoring cheap tickets from Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport to Beijing is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' function to access the lowest prices across every month and pick up a fantastic deal.
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Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
The distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing is roughly 27 kilometres. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 50 minutes to get there by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport to Beijing, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near PEK:
Reserve your vehicle from Beijing Capital International Airport a few weeks in advance of your flight from JED to Beijing. If you're going away during peak season, book even earlier to get the lowest price possible.
PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) is about 48 kilometres from the centre of Beijing. Once you've hopped off your flight from Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport to Beijing, it'll take you around 50 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 45 minutes or so.
Following your JED to Beijing flight, unwind at a hotel close to PKX. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Beijing
December is the quietest month for flights from Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport to Beijing, while August is the most popular. Figure out the best time to go to Beijing based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before booking a Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport to Beijing plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. June is the warmest month in Beijing, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 37ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from JED to Beijing in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC and 4ºC on average.
More about Beijing
Start your Beijing trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport to Beijing, browse our range of hotels including:
Temple of Heaven and Forbidden City are just two of the major attractions to add to your Beijing must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Tiananmen Square.
Explore more of China
You've done Beijing, now it's time to discover more of China. Travel around 113 kilometres southeast to Tianjin to tick off its must-visit sights. From Haihe River to China Ancient Castle and Tianjin World Financial Centre, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in China, head for Tai'an, roughly 418 kilometres south of Beijing. Daguan Peak, Tai’an Fantawild Adventure and Taishan West Lake are the start of reasons to visit.