Jeddah to Erzincan (JED–ERC) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
JED–ERC is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Turkish Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,246 miles in approximately 4h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 3 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TK Turkish Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
JED: +03 · ERC: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Jeddah, it's 6:00 PM in Erzincan.
Saudi passport holders can enter Turkey with an e-visa, obtained online at evisa.gov.tr. The e-visa costs $50 (about SAR 188) for a single or multiple entry visa valid for up to 90 days within a 180-day period. Processing is instant after payment. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. Print the e-visa or save it on your phone. At Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen (SAW), show the e-visa and passport at immigration.
Turkey is one of the most popular destinations for Saudi travelers, particularly Istanbul, Trabzon, and Antalya. The 90/180 rule means you can spend a maximum of 90 days in Turkey out of any rolling 180-day window. Overstaying triggers fines and potential entry bans. For stays beyond 90 days, apply for a residence permit through e-ikamet.goc.gov.tr within the first 90 days. Turkey has a large and growing Saudi tourism infrastructure, with Arabic signage and menus common in Istanbul's Fatih and Taksim districts.
Direct flights from Riyadh to Istanbul run about 4 hours 30 minutes on Turkish Airlines, Saudia, and flynas. Jeddah to Istanbul runs about 4 hours on the same carriers. Dammam, Medina, and other Saudi cities also have direct Turkish connections. Turkey uses the Turkish lira (TRY), trading at roughly 9.6 TRY per SAR 1. ATMs are everywhere. Card payments work widely. No mandatory vaccinations. The Istanbulkart works on all Istanbul transit at TRY 17.70 per trip (about SAR 1.85). Trabzon, popular with Saudi families for its green mountains and mild summer climate, is a 2-hour flight from Istanbul.
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.
JED–ERC Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from JED to ERC
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) and Erzincan Airport (ERC) are connected by nonstop service from Turkish Airlines.
JED to ERC Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from JED to ERC ranges from 4 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,246 miles (2,005 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
3 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 15 hours via SAW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.