King Abdulaziz International Airport
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia · Elev. 48 ft
About This Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport is the main airport serving Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. It is one of the busiest airports in the country and serves as a major gateway for pilgrims traveling to Mecca and Medina. The airport has several terminals and two parallel runways. General aviation activities are limited due to the heavy commercial traffic. Tourism in Jeddah includes visits to the historic Al-Balad district, the King Fahd Fountain, Corniche, and the Red Sea coastline, as well as shopping in modern malls and exploring traditional souks.
Landing Procedures
Permit Requirements
Documents and information required for landing permit applications.
Required
- Slots
- AOC
- Receiving Party Contacts
- Operator Address
- Crew Passport Details
- Crew Names
- Lead PAX Name
- Lead PAX Office
- PAX Nationalities
- PAX List
- PAX Passport Details
Not Required
- PPR (Prior Permission)
- PIC Name
- EAPIS
- Entry & Exit Points
- Entry/Exit EET
- FIR Routing
- Aircraft Documents
- PIC License
- SIC License
- Crew Count
- Item 18 FPL
Frequently Asked Questions
Are slots required at King Abdulaziz International Airport?
Yes. King Abdulaziz International Airport is a slot-coordinated airport. Submit slot requests to the responsible coordination body before scheduling any operation. Confirm slot availability and approval before filing your flight plan.
Is an AOC required at King Abdulaziz International Airport?
Yes. A valid Air Operator Certificate (AOC) must be submitted as part of the permit or handling application at King Abdulaziz International Airport.
What crew documentation is required at King Abdulaziz International Airport?
- full crew name list
- crew passport details
Are there passenger manifest or pre-arrival reporting requirements at King Abdulaziz International Airport?
- full passenger manifest
- passenger nationalities
- passenger passport details
- lead passenger name
- lead passenger office/organisation
What operational details must be included in permit applications for King Abdulaziz International Airport?
- operator address
Is receiving party contact required at King Abdulaziz International Airport?
Yes. A confirmed receiving party contact (handling agent or local representative) must be submitted as part of the permit application for King Abdulaziz International Airport.
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