Chennai to Jeddah (MAA–JED) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
MAA–JED had nonstop service from Saudia, last on the schedule in May 2026. There's no nonstop on it right now, so today you'd fly it with one stop. The connecting options below are sorted by layover. Nonstop, it's about 2,762 miles in 5h 50m.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SV Saudia | 1 | – | – | – | SkyTeam | – |
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Jeddah from Chennai
| Metric | MAA→JED | BLR→JED |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from MAA | – | 166 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 3 |
| Weekly flights | – | 14 |
| Flight time | 5h 50m | 5h 40m |
Travel Essentials
MAA: IST · JED: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Chennai, 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.
MAA–JED Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MAA to JED
Chennai International Airport (MAA) and King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) had nonstop service from Saudia, last on the schedule in May 2026. The nonstop is dormant right now, so the way to fly it today is one connection, and the options above are sorted by layover.
MAA to JED Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MAA to JED is about 5 hours 50 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,762 miles (4,445 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Zayed, Dubai and Hamad. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Bengaluru (BLR).