Mangaluru to Jeddah (IXE–JED) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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IXE–JED is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Air India Express leads the route. The flight covers 2,427 miles in approximately 5h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IX Air India Express | 3 | 7M8 | 5h40 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Jeddah from Mangaluru
| Metric | IXE→JED | CCJ→JED | BLR→JED |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IXE | – | 145 mi | 191 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 3 | 20 | 14 |
| Flight time | 5h 40m | 5h 31m | 5h 40m |
Travel Essentials
IXE: IST · JED: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Mangaluru, 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.
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.
IXE–JED Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IXE to JED
Mangaluru International Airport (IXE) and King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) are connected by nonstop service from Air India Express. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
IXE to JED Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IXE to JED is about 5 hours 40 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,427 miles (3,905 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Dubai, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and Kempegowda. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Calicut (CCJ) and Bengaluru (BLR).