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Welcome to the Race Ready for the Saudi Arabia Grand Prix, taking place from the 18-20 April 2025. We’re here to ensure you have all the information available at your fingertips to enable you to get the most out of your live motorsport experience.
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Saudi Arabia F1 Grand Prix weekend schedule (2024)
The full schedule of the 2025 Saudi Arabia F1 Grand Prix has not yet been released. Below is the schedule for the 2024 Grand Prix.
| LOCAL TIME | UK TIME | THURSDAY 7 MARCH | SESSION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11:40 | 8:40 | PORSCHE CARRERA CUP MIDDLE EAST | FIRST PRACTICE SESSION |
| 12:55 | 9:55 | FORMULA 2 | PRACTICE SESSION |
| 14:05 | 11:05 | F1 ACADEMY | PRACTICE SESSION |
| 16:30 | 13:30 | FORMULA 1 | FIRST PRACTICE SESSION |
| 18:00 | 15:00 | FORMULA 2 | QUALIFYING SESSION |
| 20:00 | 17:00 | FORMULA 1 | SECOND PRACTICE SESSION |
| 21:30 | 18:30 | F1 ACADEMY | QUALIFYING SESSION |
| 22:25 | 19:25 | PORSCHE CARRERA CUP MIDDLE EAST | SECOND PRACTICE SESSION |
| LOCAL TIME | UK TIME | FRIDAY 8 MARCH | SESSION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14:05 | 11:05 | PORSCHE CARRERA CUP MIDDLE EAST | QUALIFYING SESSION |
| 15:10 | 12:10 | F1 ACADEMY | FIRST RACE |
| 16:30 | 13:30 | FORMULA 1 | THIRD PRACTICE SESSION |
| 18:10 | 15:10 | FORMULA 2 | SPRINT RACE |
| 20:00 | 17:00 | FORMULA 1 | QUALIFYING SESSION |
| 22:05 | 21:05 | PORSCHE CARRERA CUP MIDDLE EAST | FIRST RACE |
| LOCAL TIME | UK TIME | SATURDAY 9 MARCH | SESSION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13:50 | 10:50 | PORSCHE CARRERA CUP MIDDLE EAST | SECOND RACE |
| 15:05 | 12:05 | F1 ACADEMY | SECOND RACE |
| 16:25 | 13:25 | FORMULA 2 | FEATURE RACE |
| 20:00 | 17:00 | FORMULA 1 | SAUDI ARABIA GRAND PRIX |
Support races at the Saudi Arabia Grand Prix
The second round of a brand new season will see both Formula 2 and the F1 Academy in action across the Thursday, Friday and Saturday, alongside the main event. The 2023 F3 champion Gabriel Bortoleto (BRA) was promoted to F2 and will race with British team, Virtuosi Racing. Meanwhile, Théo Pourchaire (FRA) will not return to retain his F2 title, but remains as reserve driver for Stake F1.
Jeddah will also host even more action, as Formula 2 will see Sprint races contested on the Friday afternoon. See times in the timetable above.
As well as support races there will be entertainment throughout the weekend. Families will be well catered for with the rides, interactive experiences and driving simulators. More details on the track website here.
The party doesn’t stop after the on-track action! Alicia Keys, Pharrell Williams and Martin Garrix concerts have been confirmed to entertain fans at the track in Jeddah.
Jeddah Corniche Circuit Track Map
Use our handy track map to plan your trip as best you can. You can download the image or take a screenshot to have it to hand during the Grand Prix weekend.
Where is the best place to sit at the Saudi Arabia Grand Prix
It is essential to have your priorities in order when planning your trip to a Formula 1 Grand Prix. Use the map above to help you in your planning. Bear in mind that tickets for 2024 are now off sale. Sign up for email alerts on the Saudi Arabia Grand Prix event page to be the first to know when 2025 tickets go on sale.
Firstly, you will need to know what your budget is. The Saudi Arabia Grand Prix is one of the more pocket friendly races in the region, so maybe you can stretch to the Main Grandstand tickets. From here you can see into the pits, the start/finish and have a good view of the podium.
If budget is your main concern, Jeddah can still offer spectacular views from the Central Grandstands A, B, C and D. Located on the outside of Turns 5 and 6, these seats offer a unique opportunity to see the cars speed past twice in a single lap!
Maybe there are other things to factor in. Is it important to be within dashing distance of the concerts after a day at the track? Are you desperate to see the awards ceremony with a good view of the podium? Are you responsible for children or other racegoers who may need to make a quick getaway?
Getting to the Saudi Arabia Grand Prix track
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) is the nearest airport to Saudi Arabia Grand Prix track. It is just a 30 minute drive to the Jeddah Corniche Circuit. JED airport links many major cities around the world and is also served by with major airlines of the region including Emirates, Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways.
Once you’re in Jeddah, it is worth consulting the Jeddah Corniche Circuit FAQs section and navigating to the Transportation and Parking Information tab to see the best ways to get the the circuit. Free shuttle buses are available.
The Saudi Arabia Grand Prix is still in its relative infancy in terms of hosting Formula 1 races. This means that the public transport in Jeddah is still not a recommended form of transport, and moving about the city in taxi and Uber is currently the best method.
Jeddah Corniche Circuit Track Stats
| JEDDAH CORNICHE CIRCUIT | TRACK STATS |
|---|---|
| FIRST GRAND PRIX | 2021 |
| LAP LENGTH | 6.174 km |
| LAP RECORD | 1:30.734 – Lewis Hamilton (2021) |
| LAPS | 50 |
| RACE DISTANCE | 308.45 km |
| TURNS | 27 |
Where to stay at the Saudi Arabia Grand Prix
The main form of accommodation in Saudi Arabia, as in much of the Middle East, is hotels. AirBnb and rented apartments aren’t as popular in this region. However, Jeddah offers a wealth of options for international visitors.
Your best bet is heading north from Jeddah’s city centre where most of the hotels are ideally located along the sandy beaches.
Important Information
Emergencies
If you encounter an emergency situation during your trip, you should call the following number – 999
Good to Know
The local currency is the Saudi Riyal (SAR). The exchange rate is around 1 GBP to 0.21 SAR. All goods and services are paid in the local currency.
The official language is Arabic but many locals will speak good English.
Prohibited Items at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit (Navigate to prohibited items)
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FAQs
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