New Delhi to Jeddah (DEL–JED) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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DEL–JED is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Air India, Saudia and IndiGo lead the route. The flight covers 2,410 miles in approximately 5h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AI Air India | 16 | 32N, 773, 777 | 5h30-5h40 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| SV Saudia | 16 | 32N, 773, 777 | 5h30-5h55 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| 6E IndiGo | 7 | 32N | 5h50 | – | – | – |
| TK Turkish Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
DEL: IST · JED: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in New Delhi, it's 3.5:00 PM in Jeddah.
Indian passport holders need a visa to enter Saudi Arabia. The eVisa for tourism is available through visa.visitsaudi.com. It costs around 535 SAR (includes insurance), allows multiple entries, and is valid for 1 year with stays of up to 90 days per visit. Processing is typically within minutes. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.
For Hajj and Umrah, separate visa categories apply through the Nusuk platform. Work visas require employer sponsorship through the Saudi MOFA.
Delhi Metro Airport Express runs from New Delhi Railway Station to T3 in 18–20 minutes (₹60 one-way). From Shivaji Stadium (central Delhi) it takes 24 minutes. The line has four stations: New Delhi, Shivaji Stadium, Dhaula Kuan, and IGI Airport (T3). T1 (domestic) is not directly served; take the metro to T3 and the free airport bus shuttle to T1.Prepaid taxis from the terminal use a metered system with fixed rates; central Delhi costs ₹400–600. Ola and Uber operate widely and are often cheaper. Auto-rickshaws are not permitted on the expressway.
The Haramain HSR airport station (in the terminal complex) connects to Jeddah city in 15 minutes (SAR 20–25) and onward to Mecca (45 min, SAR 55) and Medina (2h, SAR 105); essential knowledge for Hajj/Umrah travelers.Careem and Uber serve the airport widely; expect SAR 40–80 to central Jeddah, 25–45 minutes. Taxis at the rank run SAR 60–100. Rental car desks are in the arrivals hall. The airport has two main terminals (North and South); confirm which terminal before booking ground transport.
Hot desert climate on the Red Sea coast. Summers (May–September) are brutal at 38–45°C with high humidity from sea proximity, making outdoor exposure extreme. Operational disruptions in summer are more often from sandstorms than temperature alone.
Winter (December–February) is warm and pleasant at 20–28°C. Rare but intense rainfall events (typically October–November) can cause flash flooding and ground stops. Jeddah's drainage infrastructure is limited. The city sits close to sea level; humidity amplifies heat year-round.
DEL–JED Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DEL to JED
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) and King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) are connected by nonstop service from Air India, Saudia, IndiGo and Turkish Airlines. With 39 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
DEL to JED Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DEL to JED is about 5 hours 30 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,410 miles (3,879 km). There are approximately 39 weekly flights outbound and 39 return, totaling 78 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Dubai, Hamad and Sardar Vallabh Patel. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.