Jeddah, Saudi Arabia → Beirut, Lebanon · ✈ 2h 17min · 🚗 23h 10min
770 nautical miles · Time difference: -1h behind · Direction: northwest
The distance from Jeddah to Beirut is 1,426 km (886 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 2h 17min.
The straight-line distance from Jeddah, Saudi Arabia to Beirut, Lebanon is approximately 1,426 kilometers (886 miles or 770 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
Beirut is located northwest of Jeddah. Jeddah is in Asia, in the Makkah region of Saudi Arabia, while Beirut is in Asia, in Beirut, Lebanon. Both cities are in Asia.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 1,426 km | ~2h 17min | Best option for speed |
| 🚗 Drive | ~1,854 km | ~23h 10min | Long journey, consider stops |
| 🚂 Regular Train | ~1,711 km | ~14h 16min | Scenic but slow |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Jeddah to Beirut. For 1,426 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Based on an estimated road distance of 1,854 km, fuel costs for driving from Jeddah to Beirut are approximately $148–$278 USD (at $0.08–$0.15 per km, depending on vehicle efficiency and local fuel prices). Additional costs may include tolls, parking, and accommodation for longer trips.
Jeddah sits at 21.4858°N, 39.1925°E, while Beirut is located at 33.8938°N, 35.5018°E. The initial compass bearing from Jeddah to Beirut is 346° (NNW), so a great-circle flight path leaves Jeddah heading roughly NNW. Because the Earth is curved, the actual heading shifts gradually along the route — pilots and navigation systems update it continuously instead of holding a single fixed compass bearing.
The latitude difference is 12.41° and the longitude difference is 3.69°. Each degree of latitude represents about 111 km, which is one reason cross-latitude routes feel longer even when the map looks similar to east–west journeys.
The geographic midpoint between Jeddah and Beirut is approximately 27.7020°N, 37.4525°E. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 713 km from each city. For road trips, a stop near this latitude/longitude makes for a natural overnight or lunch break.
Beirut is roughly 1 hour behind Jeddah. When it is 09:00 in Jeddah, it is approximately 08:00 in Beirut. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
Jeddah is a major city in Saudi Arabia with a population of approximately 4,697,000. Located in the Makkah region, it is an important hub in Asia. Jeddah is a significant metropolitan area in Saudi Arabia with good domestic and international transport connections.
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Beirut is a notable city in Lebanon with a population of approximately 361,366. Situated in the Beirut region, it serves as a key destination in Asia. Beirut is a popular destination in the Beirut region of Lebanon, known for its unique character and attractions.
1,426 km is a long-distance route that typically requires air travel. This is comparable to spanning a large continent. For context, London to Dubai is about 5,500 km.
At 1,426 km, the Jeddah-Beirut route is about 3.6% of Earth's circumference. A commercial jet covers this distance in about 2h 17min.
The straight-line distance from Jeddah to Beirut is approximately 1,426 kilometers (886 miles, 770 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 2h 17min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 23h 10min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Beirut is approximately -1h behind compared to Jeddah.
The estimated road distance is approximately 1,854 km, which is about 30% longer than the 1,426 km straight-line distance.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: April 21, 2026.