Pendik, Istanbul to Jeddah (SAW–JED) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
While no nonstop service exists between SAW and JED, connecting options are available through 47 hubs.
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Jeddah from Pendik, Istanbul
| Metric | SAW→JED | IST→JED |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from SAW | – | 40 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 0 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 25 | 79 |
| Flight time | 3h 40m | 3h 45m |
Travel Essentials
SAW: +03 · JED: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Pendik, Istanbul, it's 6:00 PM in Jeddah.
Turkish passport holders need an eVisa to enter Saudi Arabia. Apply through the official portal at visa.visitsaudi.com. The eVisa costs around SAR 535 (including insurance), is valid for one year with multiple entries, and allows stays up to 90 days per visit. Processing takes 24 to 48 hours. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. Medical insurance from a Saudi-approved provider is mandatory and included in the eVisa fee.
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.
SAW–JED Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SAW to JED
Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) and King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.
SAW to JED Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SAW to JED ranges from 3 hours 40 minutes to 3 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,447 miles (2,329 km). There are approximately 25 weekly flights outbound and 39 return, totaling 64 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
47 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via HRG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Istanbul (IST).