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When you fly from Houston to Jeddah with Qatar Airways, every detail is carefully designed to make your journey exceptional from the moment you board. Experience renowned hospitality as our attentive cabin crew welcomes you, ensuring you are well cared for throughout your flight. Step into a modern aircraft interior, where spacious seating and elegant design create a relaxing atmosphere. Settle in and explore Oryx One, our award-winning in-flight entertainment system, offering thousands of movies, TV shows and games. Whether you prefer a light snack or full-course meal, enjoy a menu of gourmet cuisine, freshly prepared and inspired by global flavours. With plush pillows, soft blankets and luxury amenity kits, you can rest in unmatched comfort and arrive feeling refreshed.
Prepare for your journey at George Bush Intercontinental Airport, one of the world’s busiest and best-organised air facilities serving Houston, Texas. As you plan your departure, note that IAH is approximately 26 miles from the city centre, making taxis, limousine services and regular bus services excellent transport options. You can catch a bus easily from the METRORail Downtown Transit Center station, with services running every 30 minutes.
If you are driving, the airport offers over 25,000 parking spaces, including economy parking at the ecopark, connected to the terminals via a free shuttle service. Once inside, navigating between the five terminals is simple using the underground inter-terminal train or the shuttle bus connecting Terminals A, B and C.
International flights, such as those with Qatar Airways, depart from the state-of-the-art Terminal D, also known as the Mickey Leland International Terminal. Before your flight, you can enjoy the various facilities and amenities. Visit the food court in the departures area for a selection of snacks, quick meals and coffee. Browse exclusive outlets for locally made Texan products and souvenirs, including hats and boots. For relaxation before boarding, consider visiting the wellness centre for a massage or treatment.
Jeddah is a fascinating cultural melting pot, shaped by centuries of history as a vital Red Sea port. The city’s atmosphere is dynamic and progressive, seamlessly blending traditional Saudi culture with international influences, visible in its diverse culinary and art scenes.
Begin your exploration at the UNESCO World Heritage site of Al-Balad, the historic heart of the city. Here, you can wander through a maze of narrow alleyways to admire the unique coral-stone tower houses and their beautifully carved wooden balconies, known as 'rawasheen'. The bustling souks, such as Souq Al-Alawi, are ideal for browsing aromatic spices, textiles and local handicrafts.
To admire beautiful panoramas, stroll along the expansive Jeddah Corniche, a scenic waterfront promenade that features parks, restaurants and a sculpture museum. This stunning coast-side area is dominated by the spectacular King Fahd's Fountain, the world’s tallest of its kind, celebrated for its mesmerising display.
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