King Abdulaziz Intl
A Journey Through Time
1981 — 2023
1980s
1981
King Abdulaziz International Airport opened in 1981, featuring the iconic Hajj Terminal — a massive tent-like structure designed by SOM to shelter 80,000 pilgrims during the annual Hajj season.
2010s
2019
Terminal 1 was completely rebuilt by Saudi Arabia's GACA, opening a stunning new facility designed by Foster + Partners with a capacity of 30 million passengers per year.
2020s
2023
Jeddah Airport became a key gateway for Vision 2030 tourism initiatives, with Saudia and Flynas expanding routes to serve the growing number of visitors to Makkah, Madinah, and the Red Sea coast.
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