Jeddah Airport Complete Guide 2024
Everything you need to know about King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED): terminals, facilities, transport, and tips for a smooth journey to Makkah.
Terminal Guide
Terminal 1 (New)
Airlines:
Saudia, Flynas, Emirates, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, Egypt Air, and most major international carriers.
Features:
- Famous Aquarium (meeting point)
- Prayer room (Level 2, after security)
- Ihram changing rooms (Level 1)
- SIM card kiosks (arrivals hall)
- Currency exchange (arrivals hall)
- Starbucks, restaurants, shops
Baggage Claim:
Carousels 1-8 (international), 9-12 (domestic). Average wait: 20-30 minutes.
North Terminal
Airlines:
Some budget carriers and charter flights. Check your ticket carefully.
Features:
- Musalla (prayer room near Gate 5)
- Basic facilities
- SIM card kiosks
- Currency exchange
- Limited food options
Distance from Terminal 1:
20 km apart. If you're at wrong terminal, allow 30+ min transfer time.
Important: Old South Terminal is CLOSED
The old South Terminal (Hajj Terminal) is no longer in use for regular flights. All passengers use Terminal 1 or North Terminal. Check your ticket to confirm which terminal.
Prayer Facilities
Terminal 1
- Location: Level 2 (after security checkpoint)
- Facilities: Separate sections for men and women
- Wudu: Full wudu facilities available
- Prayer Times: Displayed on screens throughout terminal
North Terminal
- Location: Musalla near Gate 5
- Size: Smaller facility but well-maintained
- Wudu: Basic wudu facilities
- Prayer Times: Displayed on screens
Frequently Asked Questions
Terminal 1 (New Terminal) serves Saudia and major international airlines. North Terminal serves some budget carriers. The old South Terminal is closed. Check your airline: Saudia/Flynas/major international = Terminal 1. Budget carriers = North Terminal.
Terminal 1: Prayer room on Level 2 (after security). Separate sections for men and women. Wudu facilities available. North Terminal: Musalla near Gate 5. Prayer times displayed on screens throughout the airport.
Yes. Ihram changing rooms are located at Terminal 1, Level 1, near baggage claim. Separate facilities for men and women. However, lines can be 30+ minutes during Hajj season (Dhul Hijjah). Recommendation: Change into Ihram on the plane before landing to save time.
Mobily and STC kiosks are located in the arrivals hall (both terminals). Tourist SIM cards cost SAR 50-100 and include data. You'll need your passport for activation. Buy BEFORE exiting customs if you need to contact your taxi driver.
Terminal 1: Meet at the 'Aquarium' (large fish tank near arrivals exit, close to Starbucks). Driver holds a name sign. North Terminal: Meet at Gate 2 (main exit). Driver waits outside customs area. Look for 'Taxi Service KSA' logo on the sign.
75-90 minutes by taxi (80 km via Haramain Expressway). Traffic peaks 4-7 PM on weekdays. Early morning (5-8 AM) is fastest. Friday afternoons are busiest due to Jummah prayer. Our drivers monitor traffic and choose optimal routes.
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