Toronto to Jeddah (YYZ–JED) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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YYZ–JED is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Saudia leads the route. The flight covers 6,490 miles in approximately 11h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SV Saudia | 5 | 789 | 11h55 | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
YYZ: EDT · JED: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Toronto, it's 1:00 AM (next day) in Jeddah.
Canadian passport holders need an eVisa to enter Saudi Arabia. Apply online at visa.visitsaudi.com before departure. The eVisa is a one-year multiple-entry permit allowing stays up to 90 days per visit. It costs around SAR 535 (about CAD 190) and is usually approved within 1-2 business days. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival.
The UP Express train runs from Union Station (downtown Toronto) to Terminal 1 in 25 minutes (CAD $12.35). Trains depart every 15 minutes during peak hours, every 30 minutes off-peak and overnight. Highway 427 and the 401 are heavily congested during rush hours.
Taxis and ride-hail from downtown cost CAD $50–70 and take 25–60 minutes depending on traffic. MiWay and Brampton Transit buses serve the airport from the western suburbs. Long-term parking is available in the Viscount Road lots with free shuttle service.
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.
YYZ–JED Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YYZ to JED
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) are connected by nonstop service from Saudia. With 5 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
YYZ to JED Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YYZ to JED is about 11 hours 55 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 6,490 miles (10,444 km). There are approximately 5 weekly flights outbound and 5 return, totaling 10 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Cairo, Charles de Gaulle and Athens Eleftherios Venizelos. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.