Rent a car at Jeddah Airport

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Decided to rent a car in Jeddah Airport? Here’s Everything You Need to Know:

King Adbul-Aziz. This is the name of the airport in Saudi Arabia, in the city of Jeddah. It is located, like many other airports, not in the city itself, but 19 kilometers from it. The airport is the third largest in the entire country, and at the same time the busiest. 26.3 million people pass through its building every year. Since the country is Muslim, religious rites and traditions are honored with special attention. A separate terminal is provided for pilgrims who go to Mecca for the Hajj.

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It was opened in 1981, but already in 2018 it was completed extension. After the expansion, the airport's capabilities have become even greater:

The capacity has increased to 80 million people, and the terminal will be able to serve up to 70 units of aircraft for loading / unloading at the same time, while there can be up to 28 aircraft on the platform.

Airport official information:

  • Official website: www.jed-airport.com;
  • Help: +966 2 920011233
  • Plus code JED;
  • Time zone: UTC/GMT + 3 hours;
  • Exact location coordinates: 21.6789,39.1617.

The airport meets all modern standards and requirements of visitors, not only of ages, but also of religions and abilities. As mentioned earlier, a separate terminal is dedicated to pilgrims, which is not often seen, even at major airports. The airport has all the necessary and familiar infrastructure attributes:

  • Post;
  • Bank branches;
  • Ambulance;
  • Mosque;
  • Currency exchangers;
  • Restaurants, cafes;
  • Shops;
  • Shops without excise goods.


How to get to the center of Jeddah

Things are not as easy as in other countries. There are only a few main options to get to the city center.

Taxi. The most popular option for people who flew by themselves without a travel agency to Jeddah. Taxis can always be called in several ways.

The easiest way is to catch a taxi near the airport. At the main entrance, you can always find cars with taxi markings and identification marks.

No one canceled the classic taxi call apps.

Transfer. It is ordered in advance. Travel companies for groups of tourists with subsequent hotel accommodation.

There is no train service at the moment, but there is an option to go by high-speed train:

  • Medina Station (King Abdulaziz Street -East);
  • King Abdullah Economic City Rabigh Station;
  • Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport Station;
  • Rail station in Jeddah (Jeddah Station (Naseem)) - currently not working;
  • Railway station in Mecca (Mecca Station (Rusaiyfah).

Option rent a car Very simple and clear.It's good that there are many international services for renting a car at the airport and its territory.

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Renting a car at King Abdulaziz Airport

There are no problems with renting a car in the city and near the airport. There are a number of global companies that provide car rental services. And in such a large city as Jeddah, or rather, at its airport, they cannot be absent.

Offices of companies are located both on its territory and on the adjacent one. The tourist who arrived, without difficulty on the markings and signs. The following international car rental companies are represented at Jeddah Airport:

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A few tips when choosing a company:

  1. It is always better to turn to international services, as there is a service option in English (contracts and documents will also be issued in English). The quality of the cars is higher and the conditions are more transparent;
  2. The cost of rent starts from $30 per day;
  3. You can return the car elsewhere.

Good to know

Most Popular Agency

Sixt

Most popular car class

Standard

Average price

33 € / Day

Best price

24 € / Day

Other car rental locations close to Jeddah Airport

Nearest cities

Jeddah
8.5 km / 5.3 miles

Daily rental price depending on classes of cars

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2x
A/C
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Citroen C1
Citroen C1
€14 / Day
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2x
A/C
4x
Ford Fiesta
Ford Fiesta
€18 / Day
5x
3x
A/C
4x
Audi A4
Audi A4
€32 / Day
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4x
A/C
5x
Ford Foxus Estate
Ford Foxus Estate
€33 / Day
4x
3x
A/C
5x
BMW X1
BMW X1
€33 / Day
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3x
A/C
4x
BMW 5 series
BMW 5 series
€45 / Day
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4x
A/C
5x
Ford Tourneo
Ford Tourneo
€55 / Day
4x
2x
A/C
2x
BMW 4 Cabrio
BMW 4 Cabrio
€65 / Day

Bookingautos offers a wide range of cars of any class. In Jeddah Airport you can rent a convertible, SUV, sedan, minivan, as well as a business class car. Our rental fleet consists of new cars manufactured in 2024 year.

The rental price of a car in Jeddah Airport is determined by its class, season, and rental duration. The standard cost of renting budget cars: Opel Astra and Toyota Aygo will be €42-€42 per day. If you rented in advance and through our website - pay for the day just around €17. The average daily price for renting a car of a higher class, Mercedes CLA, Opel Mokka, Renault Megane Estate will be €42. In addition, on Bookingautos.com you can rent minivans, luxury and electric cars. The lower rental price of these cars starts from €100 per day and can reach up to several hundred dollars.

In recent years in Jeddah Airport the demand for electric rental cars has been growing steadily. Their popularity is due to the presence of numerous free parking lots and recharging stations. You will be able to rent BMW i3 in Jeddah Airport by selecting start and end dates of the rental in the search filter.

Documents needed to rent a car

Driving license
Credit card
Voucher
Passport
Attention!

A valid international driver's license is required!

10 Smart Tips to Make the Most of Your Car Rental

Download Google maps offline

Before the trip, we recommend that you download the necessary maps to the Google Maps application on your smartphone. This will allow you to build travel routes and use offline navigation on the ground. Thus, you can significantly save on Internet roaming charges, as well as on the "Navigator" service. Downloading the map is easy. You should select the required area, set the desired scale and enter "ok maps" in the search field.

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Book a car 6 weeks in advance

Jeddah Airport is a popular holiday destination and the car rental service is in great demand here. Therefore, it is recommended to book a car in advance. When booking online, you know exactly which car, for what price and under what conditions you will get in Jeddah Airport. The main advantage of early booking is the cost savings. The less time left before the start of the rental, the higher the cost of the rental becomes. The optimal period for booking in rental companies is 6 weeks before receiving the car. If you book early, two days before receiving the car, you can cancel the order without any penalties.

Which car to choose

Tourists who expect to drive only around the city and its immediate surroundings prefer to rent compact cars, Toyota Aygo or Opel Astra. For trips to the mountains, you need a car with increased power. You should go on such a trip with a full tank, as fuel consumption in the mountains increases one and a half to two times. An all-wheel drive crossover would be the ideal car for this. Renting Renault Megane Estate in Jeddah Airport will cost €35 per day.

What you need to pay attention to at the time of receiving a car

Before picking up, you are required to carefully inspect the car and point out to the rental company manager for scratches, damage and defects, such as dirty seat upholstery. You should check the ignition and the fuel level in the tank. You need to know the conditions for returning the car - where exactly, with what amount of fuel to return the car.

The rental agreement must include a telephone number to contact the rental company. It is designed so that customers can get help in emergency situations, such as when a car breaks down or in the event of an accident. A call to the rental company should be done first, even before the arrival of the police.

Insurance advice

When you pick up your rental car, you need to take it seriously. This is especially true if you do not intend to purchase additional insurance. You should carefully inspect the received car and fix all scratches, dents, and other defects in the contract. It is also recommended to take a picture of the existing damage to the car, its number, write down the name of the rental company employee.

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What types of insurance are available for car rental?

  • Third Party Liability (TPL). This is a third party liability protection. If you are the culprit of an accident, the insurance will compensate for the costs of the victims for you.
  • Collision Damage Waiver (CDW). This is to protect your vehicle from any damage. She works with a franchise. This is the amount that you will have to pay in case of damage in any case. The company will cover anything over the limit. The insurance does not cover theft.
  • Theft Waiver (T.W.). This is car theft protection. Operates with a franchise.
  • Personal Accident Insurance (PAI). This is medical insurance for the driver and passengers.
Check out the fuel policy

For trips over long distances, it is better to choose the option with the already included payment for a full tank. If you have a short trip, then this service is inappropriate. Be sure to read the fuel policy before making a booking:

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If necessary, use the special filter to select the most convenient option for you.

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Rent without mileage limit

According to the rental conditions, the mileage can be limited or unlimited. Travel lovers should choose the option without a limit. It will cost more, but in the end it will save. Check the appropriate box to filter offers with unlimited mileage.

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Compare conditions of different rental companies

When choosing a rental car in Jeddah Airport, you should carefully read all the terms of the rental. This is due to the fact that different companies may differ not only in rental prices, but also in conditions for limiting mileage, the cost of additional services, and the amount of the deposit. To compare rental conditions, it is convenient to use the search and booking system on our website.

How to choose a rental company

When renting a car in Jeddah Airport, you should carefully read all the conditions offered by the rental company. Depending on the specific company, they may differ in mileage, insurance coverage, deposit amount, accompanying services and their cost. You should choose proven and reliable companies that offer new cars and stand out due to the well-thought-out organization of work with customers. Additionally, you can study the rating of distributors, which is also available on our website.

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If we talk about the best companies in Jeddah Airport, then it is worth highlighting sixt with a rating 9.8 and budget, the average rating of which is 9.7 points.

Getting a car at a rental office

You should show a voucher and personal documents. A manager draws up a lease agreement. The deposit is blocked on the card.

Before leaving the rental, turn on the ignition, find out the amount of fuel and compare it with what is written in the contract.

Inspect the car carefully. Point out to the manager any paint chips and scuffs. The employee must record the damage. Take a photo yourself: they should show the defect, the number of the car and the employee of the rental company. This will help to avoid problems when returning the car: it will prove that it was not you who torn the upholstery or scratched the fender.

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