Flights to Madinah(MED)
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Flights to Madinah start from $350 roundtrip, with February being the cheapest month to fly. Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) serves 35+ direct international routes from cities including Cairo (2h 30m) and Istanbul (3h 30m). Book on Travorio and pay with Bitcoin, Ethereum, or 100+ cryptocurrencies, or split into 4 interest-free payments with Sezzle.
Quick Facts — Flights to Madinah
Avg. Roundtrip
$350–$1500
Cheapest Month
February
~$380 avg
Direct Flight
Varies by origin
35+ routes
Airport
MED
15-25 min by car from center
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Cheapest Time to Fly to Madinah
Monthly price guide — cheapest in February (~$380 avg roundtrip)
Best time to book: 6-10 weeks before departure, earlier for Hajj/Ramadan
| Month | Avg. Price | Demand | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | $500 | medium | Moderate demand after holidays. Good Umrah availability. |
| FebruaryCHEAPEST | $380 | low | Cheapest month. Mild weather (14-26°C). Best value. |
| March | $520 | medium | Ramadan preparations increase demand. |
| April | $700 | high | Ramadan peak. Hotels near mosque sell out early. |
| May | $580 | medium | Post-Ramadan. Good value window. |
| June | $1500 | peak | Hajj season. Maximum prices. Book 3-6 months ahead. |
| July | $900 | high | Post-Hajj. Demand remains elevated. |
| August | $550 | medium | Summer heat. Lower tourism. |
| September | $450 | low | Quieter. Good hotel deals. |
| October | $420 | low | Pleasant weather returns. Excellent Umrah value. |
| November | $480 | medium | Mild weather. Moderate demand. |
| December | $620 | high | School holidays push prices higher. |
January
$500
medium demand
February
$380
low demand
March
$520
medium demand
April
$700
high demand
May
$580
medium demand
June
$1500
peak demand
July
$900
high demand
August
$550
medium demand
September
$450
low demand
October
$420
low demand
November
$480
medium demand
December
$620
high demand
Airlines Flying to Madinah
4 direct routes and 1 connecting options
4 airlines offer direct flights to Madinah, with Saudia providing the most frequent service from Cairo.
| Airline | From | Direct? | Duration | Price Range | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saudia | Cairo | Direct | 2h 45m | $300-800 | Daily |
| Turkish Airlines | Istanbul | Direct | 3h 30m | $350-850 | 5x/week |
| Emirates | Dubai | 1 stop | 5h | $380-900 | Daily |
| EgyptAir | Cairo | Direct | 2h 30m | $280-700 | Daily |
| PIA | Islamabad | Direct | 4h 30m | $400-1000 | 3x/week |
Saudia
DirectFrom Cairo|2h 45m|$300-800
Turkish Airlines
DirectFrom Istanbul|3h 30m|$350-850
Emirates
1 stopFrom Dubai|5h|$380-900
EgyptAir
DirectFrom Cairo|2h 30m|$280-700
PIA
DirectFrom Islamabad|4h 30m|$400-1000
Flights to Madinah by City
Compare prices and flight times from major departure cities
Cairo
CAI · Egypt
From $320·2h 30m
Istanbul
IST · Turkey
From $400·3h 30m
Dubai
DXB · UAE
From $300·2h 45m
Islamabad
ISB · Pakistan
From $480·4h 30m
London
LHR · United Kingdom
From $650·6h 30m
Kuala Lumpur
KUL · Malaysia
From $520·9h
Madinah Airport Guide
Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) — 15-25 min by car from city center
Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport
MED · 15-25 min by car from center · Primary
Airport taxi (50-80 SAR (≈$13-21)), App-based ride (Uber/Careem) (40-70 SAR (≈$11-19)), Hotel shuttle (varies, often free), Private transfer (120-200 SAR (≈$32-53))
Getting from MED to Madinah
Airport taxi / ride-hailing
50-80 SAR (≈$13-21)15-25 minUber and Careem widely available. Short distance from airport to city center.
Hotel shuttle
Free-50 SAR20-30 minMany hotels offer complimentary airport transfers. Confirm when booking.
Haramain High-Speed Railway
75-250 SAR (≈$20-67)Madinah to Makkah: 2.5h, to Jeddah: 2hConnects Madinah to Makkah and Jeddah. Book tickets online in advance.
Private transfer
120-200 SAR (≈$32-53)15-20 minPre-booked. Meet-and-greet at airport arrivals.
Local tip: Madinah's airport is much closer to the city center than Jeddah's is to Makkah. A taxi from MED airport to your hotel typically costs only 50-80 SAR and takes 15-25 minutes.
Madinah Travel Essentials
Compare Madinah hotels by price, location and distance from the Prophet's Mosque. Find the right hotel for your stay.
Madinah (also spelled Medina, officially Al Madinah Al Munawwarah) is the city where the Prophet Muhammad migrated to and where he is buried. The Prophet's Mosque (Al-Masjid an-Nabawi) is the spiritual center of the city, with its iconic Green Dome marking the Prophet's tomb. Madinah receives millions of visitors annually, both as part of Hajj/Umrah pilgrimages and for independent ziyarah (religious visits). The city is calmer and more compact than Makkah, with most hotels, restaurants, and historical sites within a short distance of the mosque.
Top Things to Know About Madinah
Al-Masjid an-Nabawi (Prophet's Mosque) — The second holiest mosque in Islam. Contains the Prophet Muhammad's tomb beneath the Green Dome.
Ar-Rawdah ash-Sharifah — The sacred area between the Prophet's pulpit and tomb, described as a garden of Paradise.
Masjid Quba — The first mosque built in Islam, located 3.5 km south of the Prophet's Mosque.
Masjid al-Qiblatain — The mosque where the direction of prayer was changed from Jerusalem to Makkah.
Uhud Mountain and Martyrs' Cemetery — Site of the Battle of Uhud, an important early Islamic historical site.
Climate
Desert climate. Summers hot (35-45°C), winters mild and pleasant (10-25°C). Occasional rainfall in winter. Cooler than Makkah overall.
Best Time to Visit
October to March for comfortable temperatures. Ramadan and Hajj season see highest visitor numbers.
Currency
Saudi Riyal (SAR), 1 USD ≈ 3.75 SAR. Cards widely accepted. ATMs available throughout the city.
Language
Arabic (official). English and Urdu widely spoken in hotels and tourist areas.
Time Zone
AST (UTC+3)
Visa
Eligible travelers can use the Saudi tourist eVisa for purposes including Umrah, excluding Hajj. Eligibility varies by nationality. Check official Saudi sources before travel. Unlike Makkah, Madinah is open to visitors of all faiths, though interior prayer areas of the mosque are restricted to Muslims.
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Flights to Madinah — FAQ
Does Madinah have its own airport?
Yes. Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) serves Madinah, located approximately 15 km from the city center. Taxi fare is approximately 50 to 80 SAR.
How do I travel between Madinah and Makkah?
The Haramain High-Speed Railway connects Madinah to Makkah in approximately 2.5 hours. Many travelers visit both holy cities during their trip.
Do I need a visa to visit Madinah?
Eligible travelers can use the Saudi tourist eVisa, which allows Umrah but excludes Hajj. Eligibility varies by nationality. Check official Saudi sources before travel.