Jeddah, Saudi Arabia → Dubai, United Arab Emirates · ✈ 2h 37min · 🚗 27h 29min
913 nautical miles · Time difference: +1h ahead · Direction: northeast
The distance from Jeddah to Dubai is 1,691 km (1,051 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 2h 37min.
The straight-line distance from Jeddah, Saudi Arabia to Dubai, United Arab Emirates is approximately 1,691 kilometers (1,051 miles or 913 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
Dubai is located northeast of Jeddah. Jeddah is in Asia, in the Makkah region of Saudi Arabia, while Dubai is in Asia, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Both cities are in Asia.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 1,691 km | ~2h 37min | Best option for speed |
| 🚗 Drive | ~2,198 km | ~27h 29min | Long journey, consider stops |
| 🚂 Regular Train | ~2,029 km | ~16h 55min | Scenic but slow |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Jeddah to Dubai. For 1,691 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Based on an estimated road distance of 2,198 km, fuel costs for driving from Jeddah to Dubai are approximately $176–$330 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 Dubai is located at 25.2048°N, 55.2708°E. The initial compass bearing from Jeddah to Dubai is 73° (ENE), so a great-circle flight path leaves Jeddah heading roughly ENE. 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 3.72° and the longitude difference is 16.08°. 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 Dubai is approximately 23.5518°N, 47.1183°E. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 846 km from each city. On long-haul flights this point usually falls over open ocean or remote terrain, which is why in-flight maps often look "empty" mid-route.
Dubai is roughly 1 hour ahead of Jeddah. When it is 09:00 in Jeddah, it is approximately 10:00 in Dubai. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
Jeddah uses the Saudi Riyal (SAR), while Dubai uses the UAE Dirham (AED). Plan to exchange currency before departure or use a low-fee travel card on arrival — airport rates are typically the worst available. Both destinations share Arabic as a primary language, simplifying signage, transit, and everyday interactions.
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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Dubai is a notable city in United Arab Emirates with a population of approximately 3,331,420. Situated in the Dubai region, it serves as a key destination in Asia. Dubai offers solid transport connections and a variety of arrival options as a major city in United Arab Emirates.
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1,691 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.
The 1,691 km between Jeddah and Dubai means a beam of light could travel this distance in approximately 5.6 milliseconds — but a flight still takes 2h 37min.
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The straight-line distance from Jeddah to Dubai is approximately 1,691 kilometers (1,051 miles, 913 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 2h 37min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 27h 29min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Dubai is approximately +1h ahead compared to Jeddah.
The estimated road distance is approximately 2,198 km, which is about 30% longer than the 1,691 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.