Port of Jiddah (SAJED): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of Jiddah (UN/LOCODE SAJED) is a small coastal (breakwater) harbor located in Saudi Arabia, on the Red Sea. It sits at 21.4833° N, 39.1833° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 15.5 m, an anchorage depth near 8 m, cargo pier depths around 16.5 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes wharves facilities.

Country
Saudi Arabia
UN/LOCODE
SAJED
Harbor Type
Coastal (Breakwater)
Coordinates
21.4833° N, 39.1833° E

Port Specifications & Capabilities

Physical characteristics from the NGA World Port Index. Values of 0 in the source are shown as not reported.

Channel Depth
15.5 m
Anchorage Depth
8 m
Cargo Pier Depth
16.5 m
Max Vessel Draft
14 m
Max Vessel Length
260 m
Tidal Range
0.5 m
Oil Terminal Depth
6.4 m

Harbor Profile

Harbor Type
Coastal (Breakwater)
Harbor Size
Small
Harbor Use
Cargo
Shelter Afforded
Good
World Water Body
Red Sea; Indian Ocean
Region
Saudi Arabia

Services & Restrictions

Pilotage CompulsoryYes
Tugs AssistanceYes
Provisions / WaterUnknown / Yes
Fuel / Diesel OilYes / Yes
Medical FacilitiesYes
Repairs / Dry DockMajor / Large
Ice RestrictionNo
Wharves

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Port of Jiddah (SAJED)
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Distance
76 nm

nautical miles (direct)

Est. Transit
1 days

@ 14 knots

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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Jiddah

Where is Port of Jiddah located?

Port of Jiddah is a seaport located in Saudi Arabia, on the Red Sea. Its coordinates are 21.4833° N, 39.1833° E.

What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Jiddah?

The UN/LOCODE for Port of Jiddah is SAJED — country code SA, location code JED.

How deep is Port of Jiddah?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Jiddah has a channel depth of about 15.5 m, an anchorage depth of about 8 m, cargo pier depths of about 16.5 m.

What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Jiddah?

Port of Jiddah reports a maximum draft of 14 m, a maximum length of 260 m for vessels calling at the port.

Does Port of Jiddah require a pilot?

Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Jiddah.

What type of harbor is Port of Jiddah?

Port of Jiddah is classified as a coastal (breakwater) harbor, of small size, offering good shelter.

What cargo facilities does Port of Jiddah have?

Port of Jiddah is recorded as offering wharves facilities.

About this data

Specifications for Port of Jiddah are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #48140), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →