King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED): Terminal Guide & Lounges
King Abdulaziz International Airport · Terminal 1, North Terminal & Hajj & Umrah Terminal
Terminals at Jeddah Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport operates three passenger terminals, several kilometers apart. Confirm your terminal with your airline or booking confirmation before you travel, since carrier assignments can change.
Terminal 1
Terminal 1 is JED’s main terminal, opened in 2019, and handles Saudia, flynas, flyadeal, Riyadh Air, and most full-service international carriers — including Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad, and Turkish Airlines. It’s also where the airport’s two signature attractions live: the world’s largest airport aquarium, a 14-meter-high tank housing more than 2,000 Red Sea species, and an art gallery of more than 30 works celebrating Saudi history and culture.
Lounges at Terminal 1
- Saudia AlFursan Lounge — Domestic & International Departures
- Altanfeethi Lounge — premium, with baggage transfer, concierge, and luxury car rental
- Plaza Premium Lounge — International Departures & Arrivals
- Wellcome Lounge — International Departures
- Emirates Lounge — International Departures
- Nasmiles Lounge — Domestic Departures
For long layovers, the Aerotel Hotel sits inside Terminal 1’s international departures area, offering private rooms without leaving the airside zone.
See all 26 Terminal 1 airlines →North Terminal
The North Terminal mainly serves low-cost and regional carriers, including Air Arabia, IndiGo, SpiceJet, Air India, Wizz Air, Pegasus Airlines, and a range of other African, South Asian, and Central Asian airlines.
Lounges at North Terminal
- Casablanca Lounge
- First-Class Lounge — Airside Departures
The Casablanca Restaurant also operates in the North Terminal alongside its lounge facilities.
See all 30 North Terminal airlines →Hajj & Umrah Terminal
The Hajj & Umrah Terminal hosts scheduled international carriers year-round rather than functioning as a Hajj-season-only facility — its 46-airline roster is dominated by carriers from Muslim-majority countries, including Airblue, AirSial, Pakistan International Airlines, Iran Air, China Eastern Airlines, and Garuda Indonesia.
Facilities at Hajj & Umrah Terminal
- VIP Lounge Amal Al Shatee
- 40 prayer rooms across the terminal, plus an outdoor courtyard mosque
- Manasik Hotel — 123 rooms for transiting pilgrims
Getting Between Terminals
Since JED’s three terminals sit several kilometers apart, connecting between them isn’t a short walk. KAIA operates a shuttle bus service between terminals — if your connection involves switching terminals, build in extra time and confirm the shuttle schedule at an information desk or with your airline.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many terminals does Jeddah Airport have?
Three: Terminal 1, the North Terminal, and the Hajj & Umrah Terminal. A separate retail zone sometimes called “Terminal 4” hosts extra dining and duty-free but isn’t a check-in terminal.
Which terminal is Saudia in at Jeddah Airport?
Saudia operates from Terminal 1, along with flynas, flyadeal, Riyadh Air, and most full-service international carriers.
Is the Hajj Terminal only open during Hajj season?
No. The Hajj & Umrah Terminal hosts scheduled international carriers year-round, not just during the Hajj season.
How do I get from one terminal to another at JED?
KAIA operates a shuttle bus service between terminals. Confirm the schedule at an information desk or with your airline, and allow extra time since the terminals are several kilometers apart.
Where is the aquarium at Jeddah Airport?
The aquarium is in Terminal 1 — a 14-meter-high tank with more than 2,000 Red Sea species, widely cited as the world’s largest airport aquarium.