How much does a taxi from King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Airport to Jizan cost?

Official metered taxis from King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Airport to Jizan cost SAR 40-80 ($11-21) fixed. Journey time is 10-20 min.

Is Uber cheaper than a taxi at King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Airport?

Yes — Uber typically costs SAR 20-45 ($5-12) — Uber + Careem vs SAR 40-80 ($11-21) fixed for a taxi.

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King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Airport Taxi vs Uber

Real prices, official pickup locations, scam warnings and the cheapest way from King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Airport (GIZ) to Jizan city centre.

Official Taxi

SAR 40-80 ($11-21) fixed

10-20 min

Airport-approved fixed-rate taxis

Uber

SAR 20-45 ($5-12) — Uber + Careem

Both Uber + Careem active

Cheapest way

Uber / Careem 40-60% cheaper.

Where to catch an official taxi

Arrivals — official rank outside

How to avoid taxi scams at King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Airport

Jizan = Red Sea coast + Farasan Islands gateway (ferry).
Farasan Ferry Port transfer 30 min — SAR 100-180.
Yemen border zone — travel advisories apply; check government guidance.

Skip the queue — pre-book a fixed-price transfer

No haggling, no scam risk, driver meets you inside arrivals with a name-board. Locks price before you fly.

Getting out of Jizan (GIZ)

Skip the taxi rank and lock in your fare before you land.

Pre-book a fixed-price transfer

Our pick

Driver waits at arrivals with your name, tracks your flight, and the price you see is the price you pay. English-speaking, fixed price. No surge, no haggling at 2am.

Check transfer prices Renting a car instead? Compare rentals with free cancellation.

Currency

SAR

English-friendly

Medium

Tipping

10% expected.

Where to stay in Jizan

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