Flying from Phuket Airport (HKT) to Jeddah Airport (JED): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Phuket Airport to Jeddah Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 8 hours 40 minutes.
Jeddah's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Jeddah four hours behind Phuket.
To ensure you get on your HKT to JED flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Saudia has direct flights from Phuket Airport to Jeddah Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Jeddah — and maybe even more of Saudi Arabia if you have time.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Saudia.
The most punctual carrier operating HKT to JED flights is Saudia. Its services land as scheduled 76.19% of the time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Phuket Airport to Jeddah Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between HKT and JED:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Sharjah Airport
Handy information about Phuket Airport (HKT)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Phuket Airport, data shows 73% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Phuket Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Phuket. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 20 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near HKT? If you've booked an early flight from Phuket Airport to Jeddah Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Jeddah Airport (JED)
If you're coming in on a late Phuket Airport to Jeddah Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near JED:
Follow your own route with a Jeddah Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Final Rentals, Avis or Budget and discover more of Jeddah and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Jeddah Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Jeddah Airport (JED) to central Jeddah
Jeddah Airport to the centre of Jeddah has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Jeddah Airport (JED)
August is the busiest month for flights from Phuket Airport to Jeddah Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Jeddah in March.
When booking your flight from Phuket Airport to Jeddah Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Jeddah, with temperatures ranging from 27ºC (81ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HKT to JED in January. Average temperatures are between 19ºC (66ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Mecca is just one of the many cities in Saudi Arabia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Jeddah. Around 88 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Almashar Alharam Mosque, Mecca and Masjid Al Khaif.