Jeddah to New Delhi (JED–DEL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
JED–DEL is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Saudia, IndiGo and Air India lead the route. The flight covers 2,410 miles in approximately 4h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 42 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SV Saudia | 10 | 330, 773, 777 | 4h35-4h40 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| 6E IndiGo | 7 | 32N | 5h25 | – | – | – |
| AI Air India | 7 | 32N | 5h15 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
JED: +03 · DEL: IST
When it's 6:00 PM in Jeddah, it's 8.5:00 PM in New Delhi.
Saudi passport holders need a visa to enter India. The e-visa at indianvisaonline.gov.in is the fastest route: $25 for 30 days (single entry) or $40 for 1 year (multiple entry, 90-day stays). Processing takes 3 to 5 business days. Upload your passport bio page and a recent photo against a white background. The e-visa works at 28 airports and 5 seaports. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry with two blank pages.
Saudi Arabia hosts over 2 million Indian workers, making this one of the busiest air corridors in the world. The traditional sticker visa through VFS Global in Riyadh or Jeddah costs SAR 290 for a 1-year multiple-entry tourist visa (processing 3 to 5 business days). India also offers a 5-year e-tourist visa ($80). For business visits, the e-business visa ($80 for 1 year) covers meetings and conferences.
Direct flights from Riyadh to Delhi run about 4 hours 30 minutes, and Riyadh to Mumbai runs about 4 hours on Saudia, Air India, IndiGo, and flynas. Jeddah to Hyderabad, Kochi, Lucknow, and Calicut all have direct service, reflecting the large Indian diaspora in the western region. India uses the Indian rupee (INR), trading at roughly 22.50 INR per SAR 1. ATMs are everywhere, and UPI-based payments dominate. Card payments work at hotels and larger businesses. No mandatory vaccinations. Delhi Metro costs INR 10 to INR 60 per trip (SAR 0.44 to SAR 2.67). Mumbai's local trains cost INR 5 to INR 15. Uber and Ola operate in all major Indian cities.
The Haramain High Speed Railway connects JED Airport Station to Jeddah city (King Abdullah Station) in about 15 minutes (SAR 20–25). The same line runs to Mecca and Medina, making it useful for Hajj and Umrah travelers.Taxis from central Jeddah cost SAR 60–100 and take 25–45 minutes. Uber and Careem operate widely and typically run SAR 40–80. Driving yourself is straightforward; the airport is well signed from King Abdulaziz Road and the Ring Road.
Airport Express Metro from T3 to New Delhi Railway Station (18–20 min, ₹60) runs 5am–11:30pm. T1 (domestic departures) has a free shuttle to T3 for the metro. Prepaid taxi booths in arrivals offer fixed fares; the New Delhi railway area is ₹400–600.Ola and Uber are reliable from DEL and often cheaper than prepaid taxis. Delhi traffic is severe; plan 60–90 minutes for surface transport during peak hours even though the airport is only 15 km from Connaught Place. NH-48 expressway provides the main access road.
Semi-arid climate with extreme seasonal variation. Summers (April–June) are extremely hot (38–46°C). Heat affects ground crew capacity but flights operate normally. Monsoon season (July–September) brings heavy rain and severe thunderstorms that frequently cause delays and diversions. Dust storms (andhi) precede monsoon onset in May–June and reduce visibility to near zero within minutes.
Dense fog is the most disruptive winter condition. December and January bring persistent cold fog (5–10°C with near-zero visibility) that can shut down operations for hours each morning. Delhi is one of the foggiest major airports in Asia during this period. Autumn (October–November) and spring (February–March) are the most flight-stable windows.
JED–DEL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from JED to DEL
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) and Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) are connected by nonstop service from IndiGo, Air India and Saudia. With 24 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
JED to DEL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from JED to DEL ranges from 4 hours 35 minutes to 5 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,410 miles (3,879 km). There are approximately 24 weekly flights outbound and 24 return, totaling 48 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
42 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via DWC. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.