{"id":8295,"date":"2025-04-21T09:38:45","date_gmt":"2025-04-21T08:38:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/motorsporttickets.com\/blog\/?p=8295"},"modified":"2026-03-16T09:41:25","modified_gmt":"2026-03-16T09:41:25","slug":"race-ready-saudi-arabia-f1-schedule-and-travel-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/motorsporttickets.com\/blog\/race-ready-saudi-arabia-f1-schedule-and-travel-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Race Ready: Saudi Arabia F1 Schedule and Travel Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Welcome to the Race Ready for the Saudi Arabia Grand Prix. The 2026 race, scheduled to take place from 17-19 April 2026, has been cancelled<\/strong> due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83c\udf9f\ufe0f Sign up for Saudi Arabian F1 alerts for 2027<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Saudi Arabia F1 Grand Prix weekend schedule<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The schedule for the 2027 Saudi Arabia F1 Grand Prix has not yet been confirmed. The tables below detail the 2025 timings to give you an indication of when certain sessions may occur.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

FRIDAY 18 APRIL<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
LOCAL TIME<\/th>UK TIME<\/th>SERIES<\/th>SESSION<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
11:40<\/td>9:40<\/td>PORSCHE CARRERA CUP MIDDLE EAST<\/td>FIRST PRACTICE SESSION<\/td><\/tr>
12:55<\/td>10:55<\/td>FORMULA 2<\/td>PRACTICE SESSION <\/td><\/tr>
14:05<\/td>12:05<\/td>F1 ACADEMY<\/td>PRACTICE SESSION<\/td><\/tr>
16:30<\/strong><\/td>14:30<\/strong><\/td>FORMULA 1<\/strong><\/td>FIRST PRACTICE SESSION<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
18:00<\/td>16:00<\/td>FORMULA 2<\/td>QUALIFYING SESSION<\/td><\/tr>
20:00<\/strong><\/td>18:00<\/strong><\/td>FORMULA 1<\/strong><\/td>SECOND PRACTICE SESSION<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
21:30<\/td>19:30<\/td>F1 ACADEMY<\/td>QUALIFYING SESSION<\/td><\/tr>
22:25<\/td>20:25<\/td>PORSCHE CARRERA CUP MIDDLE EAST<\/td>SECOND PRACTICE SESSION<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

SATURDAY 19 APRIL<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
LOCAL TIME<\/th>UK TIME<\/th>SERIES<\/th>SESSION<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
14:05<\/td>12:05<\/td>PORSCHE CARRERA CUP MIDDLE EAST<\/td>QUALIFYING SESSION<\/td><\/tr>
15:20<\/td>13:20<\/td>F1 ACADEMY<\/td>FIRST RACE<\/td><\/tr>
16:30<\/strong><\/td>14:30<\/strong><\/td>FORMULA 1<\/strong><\/td>THIRD PRACTICE<\/strong> SESSION<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
18:15<\/td>16:15<\/td>FORMULA 2<\/td>SPRINT RACE<\/td><\/tr>
20:00<\/strong><\/td>18:00<\/strong><\/td>FORMULA 1<\/strong><\/td>QUALIFYING SESSION<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
22:05<\/td>20:05<\/td>PORSCHE CARRERA CUP MIDDLE EAST<\/td>FIRST RACE<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

SUNDAY 20 APRIL<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
LOCAL TIME<\/th>UK TIME<\/th>SERIES<\/th>SESSION<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
13:45<\/td>11:45<\/td>PORSCHE CARRERA CUP MIDDLE EAST<\/td>SECOND RACE<\/td><\/tr>
15:05<\/td>13:05<\/td>F1 ACADEMY<\/td>SECOND RACE<\/td><\/tr>
16:25<\/td>14:25<\/td>FORMULA 2<\/td>FEATURE RACE<\/td><\/tr>
20:00<\/strong><\/td>18:00<\/strong><\/td>FORMULA 1<\/strong><\/td>SAUDI ARABIA GRAND PRIX<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Support races at the Saudi Arabia Grand Prix<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The third round of a brand new season will see Formula 2 in action across the Friday, Saturday and Sunday, alongside the main event. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jeddah Corniche Circuit Track Map<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Where is the best place to sit at the Saudi Arabia Grand Prix <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It is essential to have your priorities in order when planning your trip to a Formula 1 Grand Prix<\/a>. Use the map above to help you in your planning. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tickets for the Saudi Arabia Grand Prix<\/a> are on sale so make sure you don’t miss out on Formula 1’s Arabian adventure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Getting to the Saudi Arabia Grand Prix track<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Once you’re in Jeddah, it is worth consulting the Jeddah Corniche Circuit FAQs section and navigating to the Transportation and Parking Information tab<\/a> to see the best ways to get the the circuit. Free shuttle buses are available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jeddah Corniche Circuit Track Stats<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
JEDDAH CORNICHE CIRCUIT<\/th>TRACK STATS<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
FIRST GRAND PRIX<\/td>2021<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
LAP LENGTH<\/td>6.174 km<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
LAP RECORD<\/td>1:30.734 –<\/strong> Lewis Hamilton (2021)<\/td><\/tr>
LAPS<\/td>50<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
RACE DISTANCE <\/td>308.45 km<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
TURNS<\/td>27<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Where to stay at the Saudi Arabia Grand Prix<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your best bet is heading north from Jeddah’s city centre where most of the hotels are ideally located along the sandy beaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Important Information <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Emergencies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you encounter an emergency situation during your trip, you should call the following number – 999<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Good to Know<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The local currency is the Saudi Riyal<\/strong> (SAR). The exchange rate is around 1 GBP to 4.86 SAR<\/strong>. All goods and services are paid in the local currency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The official language is Arabic<\/strong> but many locals will speak good English<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prohibited Items at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit<\/a><\/strong> (Navigate to prohibited items)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Customer Service<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you require assistance during the race weekend, feel free to contact our customer service team through the Motorsport Tickets Help Centre<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

FAQs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you have some more queries or would like more information, head over to our FAQs section<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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