Jizan city center is about 10 km from the airport; taxis are available.
Things to do at Gizan Airport (GIZ)
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Things to do in Gizan Airport
Jizan (Jazan) is a Red Sea port city in southwestern Saudi Arabia with a tropical climate that sets it apart from the rest of the Kingdom. The Farasan Islands, about 40 nautical miles offshore, are a marine protected area with coral reefs, Arabian gazelle populations, and excellent birdwatching. The Fifa highlands east of Jizan — terraced mountain farms in ancient stone villages — offer striking landscapes and a vernacular architecture tradition found nowhere else in Saudi Arabia.
Insider intel
Top Tips for Gizan Airport
- The Farasan Islands require advance planning and a ferry from Jizan port — not a quick layover stop, but extraordinary for nature travelers.
- October through March offers the most comfortable temperatures; Jizan's year-round humidity is high by Saudi standards.
Lounge directory
Browse lounges at GIZ
1 Sanctifly partner lounge at Gizan Airport. Each is bookable with points.
100 points per guestHayyak Lounge
At Gizan Airport (GIZ) in Jizan, Saudi Arabia, the Hayyak Lounge is conveniently located in the Main Terminal on the airside, making it easy to access once you’re ready to relax before your flight. After you complete passport control and pass through the security check, continue into the departures area and head toward the boarding gates. You’ll find this airport lounge situated next to the boarding area, so it’s a practical stop whether you’re arriving early for travel formalities or waiting for your final call. Because it’s positioned airside after all required checks, the Hayyak Lounge is best visited once you’ve cleared immigration and security and are ready to stay close to your departure gate for a smooth, stress-free journey through Gizan Airport.Book Now
Purchase a Sanctifly membership via our website or app.
Unlock airport-specific digital content and reserve VIP lounges using the points included with your plan.
Select the tier that fits your travel habits; higher tiers include more points.
When you book a lounge, you'll receive a unique access code in the app and by email—show this at the lounge to gain access.
You can buy extra points at any time, and rates improve with higher-tier plans.
Membership unlocks airport-specific digital content and the ability to book VIP lounges using points.
Each tier
Liftoff ($25/year)
Explorer ($97/year)
Jetsetter ($220/year)
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provides a different annual points allowance (except Liftoff, which doesn't include points) that refreshes when your subscription renews. You can use your points to reserve lounge access and purchase additional points through the app if you need more.
Higher tiers not only come with more points but also reduce the per-point price when buying extra.
Points are the currency you use in the Liftoff app to book VIP lounge visits. Most plans — Liftoff, Explorer, Jetsetter and Trailblazer — include a points allowance that is deposited into your account whenever your subscription renews. Liftoff does not include points. You spend points to reserve lounges and you can top up your balance at any time through the app. If you cancel your membership, any remaining points expire 30 days after cancellation.
Additional points can be purchased directly in the Sanctifly app from your mobile. All plans allow you to buy more points whenever you need them, and the per-point price decreases on higher-tier plans. Purchased points are added to your account immediately and are non-refundable. If you cancel your membership, any remaining points expire 30 days after cancellation.