Landing in Jeddah, Heading for Taif?
Many visitors to Taif cannot find a direct flight that suits them, so they land at King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah and continue by road. That is where booking ahead pays off: instead of stepping out to the kerb to find a car after a long flight, you find a Umrah Taxi driver waiting in arrivals with your name on a sign, ready to take you straight to your hotel or home in Taif.
Fares
Fares are fixed per car, not per passenger, and paid on arrival:
| Route | Sedan | Family SUV | VIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jeddah Airport → Taif | SAR 300 | SAR 500 | SAR 800 |
| Jeddah Airport → Taif (round trip) | SAR 600 | SAR 800 | SAR 1000 |
A flight delay within the free waiting time adds nothing to the fare. To compare with other routes, see the taxi fares guide.
From Touchdown to Taif, Step by Step
- Tracking: the driver follows your flight and knows your actual landing time.
- Waiting: sixty minutes of free waiting starts at landing, usually enough for passports and bags.
- Meeting: your driver is in the arrivals hall holding a sign with your name.
- The drive: out of Jeddah and up the mountain road to Taif, choosing the best route for traffic; it usually takes about two to three hours.
- Arrival: you pay the fare at your door.
Before You Fly
- Send your flight number and date exactly as on your ticket, plus your full Taif address.
- Tell us how many bags; families arriving for a summer stay usually need the family vehicle.
- Arriving at night? The climb to Taif is a mountain road, and our drivers are used to it.
- Taif is noticeably cooler than Jeddah, especially in the evening, so keep a light layer in your hand luggage.
Planning Umrah Too?
If your trip includes Makkah, it can be done in stages: airport to Makkah first and Taif afterwards, or the other way round. See the Makkah to Taif taxi page for the drive between the two, and Taif taxi for getting around the city.
Going Back to the Airport
To book the return from Taif to Jeddah Airport, see Taif to Jeddah Airport transfers, or ask for the round-trip package shown in the table above.
Book Now
Send your flight details to WhatsApp +966551796487 and we will confirm the booking and the driver's details. No prepayment is needed.
When Does a Round Trip Make Sense?
If you already know when you will leave Taif, the round-trip package from Jeddah Airport covers both legs at one fixed price: SAR 600 for a sedan, SAR 800 for a family SUV and SAR 1000 for VIP. Send your return date with the arrival booking and we will confirm both trips together, with driver details before each one.
Taif in Summer
Traffic to Taif rises in the summer months, when families head for the mountains to escape the coastal heat, and arrivals at Jeddah Airport rise with it. During this period, book well ahead of your arrival and send any change in your flight time as soon as you know it. Families spending weeks in Taif usually carry a lot of luggage, so the family vehicle is the better fit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I be met at the Hajj and Umrah terminal?
Yes. Mention the terminal when booking so the driver waits in the right place.
How long is the drive from Jeddah Airport to Taif?
Usually about two to three hours: out of Jeddah, then up the mountain road to Taif, with the driver choosing the best route for traffic.
Is there a round-trip fare?
Yes. The Jeddah Airport–Taif round trip is SAR 600 by sedan, SAR 800 by family SUV and SAR 1000 for VIP; one way is SAR 300, 500 and 800 per car.