Saudi Arabia

Port of Jiddah (SA JED)

Saudi Arabia
Also known as: Jidda
Port information
UN/LOCODE SA JED
Coordinates 21.4833, 39.1833 (21°29′N 39°11′E)
Region SA-02
Nearest city Jiddah
Body of water Red Sea; Indian Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Small
Harbor type Coastal, breakwater
Harbor use Cargo
Shelter Good
Tidal range 0.5 m
Channel depth 15.5 m
Anchorage depth 8 m
Cargo pier depth 16.5 m
Oil terminal depth 6.4 m
Max. vessel (L × B × draft) 260 m × 14 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
Pilotage available Yes
Tug assistance Yes
Quarantine / pratique Yes
Repairs Major
Dry dock Large
Marine railway (slipway) Small
Medical facilities Yes
Nearest airport Yes
Rail connection No
Entrance restricted by ice No
Entrance restricted by tide No
Overhead limits No
Facilities
Wharves
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Floating crane Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 25–49 t Lifts 50–100 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies
Ratings
  • Container Port Performance Index (2025): #25
  • Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 463.02

Jiddah is a seaport on the coast of Saudi Arabia, handling commercial vessel traffic. The harbor is classed as Small, with a Coastal, breakwater layout. The channel depth runs to 15.5 m, a key limit on vessel draft.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Jiddah located?
Jiddah is a seaport in Saudi Arabia.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Jiddah?
The UN/LOCODE for Jiddah is SA JED.
What is the channel depth at Jiddah?
The channel depth at Jiddah is 15.5 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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