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King Abdulaziz Intl

King Abdulaziz Intl (OEJN/JED) serves Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. This is a major international airport with 3 runways (16C/34C, 16L/34R). Field elevation is 48 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4
Frequencies 3/4
Operations 0/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 1/2
Additional Info 7/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: OEJN
  • Name: King Abdulaziz Intl
  • Type: large_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 21.6796
  • Longitude: 39.156502
  • Elevation: 48 ft
  • Country: Saudi Arabia
  • Municipality: Jeddah
  • IATA Code: JED
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: Asia/Riyadh
  • Distance from City: 14.5 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 16C/34C

  • Designation: 16C/34C
  • Dimensions: 13123 X 197
  • Surface: CON
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: VORTAC
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT II (34C), ILS CAT I (16C), RNAV (GNSS)
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 16L/34R

  • Designation: 16L/34R
  • Dimensions: 13123 X 197
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: VORTAC
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I (34R), RNAV (GNSS), VOR/DME
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 16R/34L

  • Designation: 16R/34L
  • Dimensions: 12467 X 197
  • Surface: CON
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: VORTAC
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I (34L), RNAV (GNSS)
  • Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

  • Tower: 118.200, 124.300 MHz
  • Ground: 121.600, 121.700, 121.900 MHz
  • Operations: N/A
  • Traffic/Approach: N/A
  • ATIS: 126.200 MHz

Operation Hours

  • Open: N/A
  • Close: N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: N/A

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: N/A
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: http://www.jed-airport.com/
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: Yes
  • PPR Contact: GACA Permits; permits@gaca.gov.sa
  • Remarks: N/A

Fees

  • Landing Fee: Based on MTOW; approx SAR 20-40 per tonne
  • Parking Fee: First 4 hours free; then SAR 8-20 per tonne per day
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: SAR
  • Remarks: King Abdulaziz International (Jeddah). Handlers: Saudi Ground Services (SGS), NAS, Arabasco. Hajj/Umrah surcharges during peak season.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: Aramco-supplied. Competitive pricing in region.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • GENDEC Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: Full CIQ. Landing permit required from GACA (min 3 business days). Crew visa or visa-free transit per nationality. Hajj terminal for pilgrimage traffic.

Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: 3
  • Remarks: No curfew. 24-hour ops. Extremely busy during Hajj season with slot restrictions.

Airport Services

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Saudi Arabia Permit Requirements

Slow Overflight: 3d Landing: 7d
  • Overflight Permit: Yes
  • Landing Permit: Yes
  • Overflight Lead Time: 24-48 hours (minimum); 3 business days recommended
  • Landing Lead Time: 3 business days (minimum); 5 business days recommended
Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require GACA permit with 5-7 days lead time. Handling agent mandatory.

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at OEJN?
The tower frequency at King Abdulaziz Intl is 118.2, 124.3 MHz.
What fuel is available at OEJN?
King Abdulaziz Intl offers Jet A-1.
Does OEJN require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for King Abdulaziz Intl (Saudi Arabia).
Does OEJN require slots or PPR?
PPR is required at King Abdulaziz Intl.