Jeddah Airport (KAIA) Arrival Guide for Umrah Pilgrims

KAIA Terminals at a Glance

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Terminal 1InternationalMost Umrah flights arrive here Terminal 2DomesticSaudia/Flynas domestic Terminal 3HajjHajj season charter flights

Step-by-Step Arrival

**Immigration** — have your passport and Nusuk/visa printout ready; e-gates for eligible nationalities

**Baggage claim** — trolleys are free; porters available for a small fee

**Customs** — green channel for nothing to declare

**Arrivals hall** — look for your driver's name board (we send driver name + photo + plate before landing)

**To the car** — 2-minute walk to the pickup zone; luggage help included

Total: typically 45–90 minutes from touchdown to car.

Meeting Your Taxi Bhai Driver

We track your flight in real time. If immigration is slow, the driver waits — 60 minutes free after landing, then a small waiting fee. You'll get the driver's WhatsApp before you land for direct coordination.

The Road to Makkah

KAIA → Makkah is 80km via the Jeddah–Makkah Expressway (Route 40), about 60 minutes. If you need a Miqat stop (Tan'im), add 30–40 minutes. Your driver will ask about Miqat before leaving the airport.

Money, SIM & Essentials

**Currency:** SAR; airport exchange counters and ATMs in arrivals

**SIM cards:** STC, Mobily and Zain kiosks in arrivals (passport required)

**Water & snacks:** available post-customs; your driver carries water

Departure Day

Book your return 24 hours ahead. We recommend leaving Makkah 5 hours before international flights (3.5 for domestic) — Makkah → KAIA is 80km but Hajj/Umrah-season traffic varies.