For Makkah
JED
Jeddah
Direct from London · About 1 hour to Makkah · Red Sea corniche
~6h 30mnon-stop from London Heathrow
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Flights to
Saudi Arabia
Whether you are flying for Umrah, family or business, we find the right airport and airline for your trip, with direct flights from London to Jeddah and Riyadh.
- Flight timeAbout 6.5 hours direct
- Time difference3 hours ahead of GMT
- Main airportsJED · MED · RUH
- CurrencySaudi riyal (SAR)
- Quietest timeSummer, outside Ramadan
Flights to Saudi Arabia from the UK
Where you can land
Jeddah is the gateway for Makkah, Madinah has its own airport for the Prophet's city, and Riyadh is the capital.
For Makkah
JED
For Madinah
MED
Madinah
One stop from the UK · Close to Masjid an-Nabawi · Start or end your Umrah here
1 stopvia Doha
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Capital
RUH
Riyadh
Direct from London · Business and family visits · Diriyah and the Edge of the World
~6h 30mnon-stop from London Heathrow
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Fly into one of the main airports, then take a short domestic flight or travel on by road.
- Taif
- AlUla
- Dammam
- Abha
- Yanbu
Flight options
Compare flights to Saudi Arabia
Sample return fares from the UK. Open any flight for baggage and onboard details, then get a quote and we'll confirm exact times for your dates.
6 flightsto Saudi ArabiaTap a box to sort
Outbound
LHRMorning departure
About 6h 30mDirect
JEDJeddah
Return
JEDNight departure
About 7hDirect
LHRLondon Heathrow
- Airline
- Saudia
- Route
- London Heathrow to Jeddah and back
- Change of plane
- None, direct both ways
- Checked baggage
- 2 x 23kg
- On board
- Zamzam allowance
- Fare rules
- Changes, refunds and seats depend on the fare. We confirm them in your quote.
Outbound
LHREvening departure
About 6h 30mDirect
RUHRiyadh
Return
RUHEarly morning departure
About 7hDirect
LHRLondon Heathrow
- Airline
- British Airways
- Route
- London Heathrow to Riyadh and back
- Change of plane
- None, direct both ways
- Checked baggage
- 23kg
- On board
- Meals included
- Fare rules
- Changes, refunds and seats depend on the fare. We confirm them in your quote.
Outbound
BHXAfternoon departure
About 9h 30m1 stop, Istanbul
JEDJeddah
Return
JEDNight departure
About 10h1 stop, Istanbul
BHXBirmingham
- Airline
- Turkish Airlines
- Route
- Birmingham to Jeddah and back
- Change in
- Istanbul, one change of plane each way
- Checked baggage
- 30kg
- On board
- Meals included
- Fare rules
- Changes, refunds and seats depend on the fare. We confirm them in your quote.
Outbound
MANEvening departure
About 11h1 stop, Dubai
JEDJeddah
Return
JEDMorning departure
About 11h 30m1 stop, Dubai
MANManchester
- Airline
- Emirates
- Route
- Manchester to Jeddah and back
- Change in
- Dubai, one change of plane each way
- Checked baggage
- 2 x 23kg
- On board
- Meals and Wi-Fi
- Fare rules
- Changes, refunds and seats depend on the fare. We confirm them in your quote.
Outbound
LHRNight departure
About 10h1 stop, Doha
MEDMadinah
Return
MEDAfternoon departure
About 10h 30m1 stop, Doha
LHRLondon Heathrow
- Airline
- Qatar Airways
- Route
- London Heathrow to Madinah and back
- Change in
- Doha, one change of plane each way
- Checked baggage
- 2 x 23kg
- On board
- Meals and Wi-Fi
- Fare rules
- Changes, refunds and seats depend on the fare. We confirm them in your quote.
Outbound
LHRMorning departure
About 10h 30m1 stop, Abu Dhabi
JEDJeddah
Return
JEDEvening departure
About 11h1 stop, Abu Dhabi
LHRLondon Heathrow
- Airline
- Etihad Airways
- Route
- London Heathrow to Jeddah and back
- Change in
- Abu Dhabi, one change of plane each way
- Checked baggage
- 2 x 23kg
- On board
- Meals included
- Fare rules
- Changes, refunds and seats depend on the fare. We confirm them in your quote.
Sample fares are per person, return, in economy, and change with dates and availability. Journey times are approximate. Baggage and fare rules vary by airline and are confirmed in your quote.
Airlines
Who flies to Saudi Arabia
Saudia flies direct, and Gulf and Turkish airlines connect through their hubs. Many fares include extra baggage for Zamzam water.
Plan ahead
When to book
Ramadan, the last ten nights and school holidays are the busiest times. Fares change with the Islamic calendar, so book early for those dates.
Typical demand by month, UK to Saudi Arabia
- Quiet
- Steady
- Busy
- Peak
- Ramadan and Eid
- Umrah season
- UK school holidays
- Saudi National Day
A guide based on past years. Ramadan, Eid and other festivals move each year, so we check your exact dates.
Flights to Saudi Arabia for Umrah, family and work
Most Umrah pilgrims fly into Jeddah's King Abdulaziz Airport, about an hour by road from Makkah, and fly home from Madinah, or the other way round. Booking an open-jaw ticket like this saves a long road journey and gives you more time in both holy cities.
For business and family visits, Riyadh has direct flights from London. We compare direct fares with one-stop options through Dubai, Doha, Abu Dhabi and Istanbul, which can be cheaper and leave from more UK airports.
What to check before you fly
Check your visa type matches your trip, as tourist, Umrah and business visas have different rules. Look at the baggage allowance too, as some airlines include an extra allowance for Zamzam water on flights home.
If you are combining flights with hotels in Makkah and Madinah, our Umrah packages bring everything together in one quote.
FAQ
Flights to Saudi Arabia
Quick answers about flying from the UK to Saudi Arabia: airlines, airports, baggage and the best time to travel.
Still have a question?
Talk to our team about your trip to Saudi Arabia. We'll answer it and check fares for your dates.
Ask on WhatsAppWhich airport is best for Umrah?
Jeddah is the closest international airport to Makkah. Many pilgrims fly into Jeddah and home from Madinah so they can visit both cities without travelling back.
Are there direct flights from the UK to Saudi Arabia?
Yes. There are direct flights from London to Jeddah and Riyadh. From other UK airports you usually connect once in the Gulf or Istanbul.
Can I take Zamzam water on my flight home?
Many airlines flying from Saudi Arabia allow a sealed Zamzam container in addition to your normal baggage. Rules differ by airline, so we confirm it in your quote.
Do you book Umrah packages as well as flights?
Yes. We can book flights only, or a full Umrah package with hotels, visa and transfers.
Which airlines fly from the UK to Saudi Arabia?
Airlines we often book include Saudia, British Airways, Turkish Airlines, Emirates, Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways. We compare them for your dates and explain the baggage and fare rules.
Which UK and Saudi Arabia airports can I fly between?
Popular UK departures include London Heathrow, Birmingham, Manchester. In Saudi Arabia, you can fly to Jeddah (JED), Madinah (MED), Riyadh (RUH). We can quote other airports too.
Can I fly into Jeddah and home from
Yes. An open-jaw ticket lets you fly into one city and home from another, so you don't have to travel back to where you started. Ask us and we'll price it for your dates.