Flying from Houston to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED): What you need to know
Houston has two main airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Houston to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) flying out of George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
The timezone in Jeddah is UTC+3, which is eight hours ahead of Houston. King Abdulaziz International Airport is located in Jeddah.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Houston to JED. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
In peak travel periods, expect longer queues and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Houston to JED leaving from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The journey from central Houston to IAH takes about 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Houston to King Abdulaziz International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near George Bush Intercontinental Airport:
When it comes to George Bush Intercontinental Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.42% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Break up your flight from Houston to King Abdulaziz International Airport with a stop at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). A main stopover between William P. Hobby Airport and JED, it's a great opportunity to recharge before the next leg of your journey.
You can arrive at HOU from the centre of Houston in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near William P. Hobby Airport the day before your Houston to JED flight:
The majority of flights that depart William P. Hobby Airport arrive at their destination right on cue. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 81.06%.
You'll find HOU at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Houston to King Abdulaziz International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near JED instead:
Grab a King Abdulaziz International Airport rental car and explore Jeddah and beyond with your own wheels. Final Rentals, Avis and Budget are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle around two weeks before your Houston to King Abdulaziz International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
At the moment, RM2,674 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to King Abdulaziz International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM3,922. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Houston to JED if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
Cheap Houston to King Abdulaziz International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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Lock in a cheap flight from Houston to King Abdulaziz International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Houston to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Houston to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED). August is the most popular month to visit Jeddah. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, head there in April.
Before locking in your Houston to JED plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Jeddah, with temperatures ranging from 27ºC (81ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
January has temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Houston to King Abdulaziz International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Jeddah
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Jeddah right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Houston to King Abdulaziz International Airport:
There are plenty of terrific things to do in Jeddah when you're ready to go sightseeing. Make your way to Jeddah Corniche followed by Jeddah Corniche and سيتي ووك City Walk Jeddah.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Jeddah has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Saudi Arabia waiting to be explored. Around 137 kilometres south-east of Jeddah, a visit to Ash Shafā will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Al Shafa Park, جبل الطائف الأخضر and Sultan Park.
Looking for other well-known places to go in Saudi Arabia? Set off 137 kilometres north of Jeddah to Rābigh. Splash Water Park is among the highlights in the area.