Terminal 1 – King Abdulaziz International Airport (Jeddah)
King Abdulaziz International Airport, Jeddah 23635
Terminal 1 at Jeddah’s King Abdulaziz Airport, opened in 2019, with the Haramain train station next to it; confirm your airline’s terminal.
In short
- Opening hours
- 24/7
- Address
- King Abdulaziz International Airport, Jeddah 23635
- City
- Jeddah
- Phone
- +966 29 200-11233
Overview
Terminal 1 at King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah is one of Saudi Arabia’s most modern and expansive airport terminals. Opened in 2019, the terminal covers 810,000 square metres and is built to accommodate millions of passengers annually. It offers automated check-in counters, security systems and spacious waiting areas.
Update, 14 October 2026
According to Gulf News and Khaleej Times, Jeddah Airports opened the new Terminal 4 in phases on 27 September 2026 (97,000 square metres, up to 15 million passengers a year). Foreign airlines that used the North Terminal are moving there in stages, together with some airlines from Terminal 1 and the Hajj and Umrah terminals. Which terminal an airline uses can change, so check your departure or arrival terminal with your airline or on your ticket before you travel; the airport itself gives the same advice.
Which airlines use it
The terminal handles international and regional flights. We do not list airlines here, because the terminal that an airline uses changes and some foreign airlines are moving to Terminal 4. Check the terminal on your ticket or ask your airline.
Facilities and amenities
- Spacious waiting areas
- Automated check-in and baggage handling
- Shops, restaurants and lounges
- Free Wi-Fi in the terminal
- Rest zones and VIP lounges for business-class passengers
Getting there and onward travel
The terminal is near Jeddah and reachable by major highways. You can arrive by taxi, private transfer or by the Haramain High-Speed Railway station next to the terminal, which connects to Makkah and Madinah and is an alternative to the road.
Tips
- Arrive early, especially in busy seasons.
- Use the Haramain train for Makkah and Madinah; check the timetable on the official railway site.
Frequently asked
Which terminal does my airline use at Jeddah airport?
It can change, and some airlines are moving to the new Terminal 4, which opened in phases from 27 September 2026. Check the terminal on your ticket or ask your airline before you travel.
How do I get from Jeddah Terminal 1 to Makkah or Madinah?
You can take a taxi or a private transfer, or the Haramain High-Speed Railway, whose station is next to the terminal and connects to Makkah and Madinah. Check the timetable on the official railway site.
Is Terminal 1 at Jeddah airport open 24 hours?
Yes, the terminal is listed as open 24/7.
What facilities are there in Terminal 1?
Automated check-in and baggage handling, spacious waiting areas, shops, restaurants and lounges, free Wi-Fi, rest zones and VIP lounges for business-class passengers.