Flying from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Madinah Airport (MED): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Zayed International Airport to Madinah Airport.
Madinah is one hour behind Abu Dhabi and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Every week, there are five Zayed International Airport to Madinah Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to board your AUH to MED flight.
During popular months like December, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Etihad Airways offers direct flights from Zayed International Airport to Madinah Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Madinah — and maybe even more of Saudi Arabia if time allows.
Etihad Airways is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Etihad Airways is the most punctual carrier that offers AUH to MED flights. An exceptional 86.21% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Zayed International Airport to Madinah Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between AUH and MED include:
Riyadh Airport
Hamad International Airport
Bahrain Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Madinah Airport (MED)
Rs41,712 is the best price for a one-way Zayed International Airport to Madinah Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs83,981. These prices may change based on demand.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from AUH to MED. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Zayed International Airport to Madinah Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from AUH to MED.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Zayed International Airport to Madinah Airport.
Handy information about Zayed International Airport (AUH)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Zayed International Airport, data shows 75% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Abu Dhabi to Zayed International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour.
Searching for a convenient hotel near AUH? If you're catching an early flight from Zayed International Airport to Madinah Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Madinah Airport (MED)
Consider booking a hotel close to MED if you're catching a late Zayed International Airport to Madinah Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Madinah Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Enterprise or Budget and venture far and wide through Madinah and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Madinah Airport about four weeks in advance.
When to fly to Madinah Airport (MED)
September is the busiest month for flights from Zayed International Airport to Madinah Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Madinah in March.
The warmest month in Madinah is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 44ºC. Book your flights from Zayed International Airport to Madinah Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AUH to MED in January. Average temperatures are between 8ºC and 25ºC then.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
You've visited Madinah, now it's time to discover other parts of Saudi Arabia. Journey around 338 kilometres south to Jeddah to check off its popular sights. From Jeddah Old Town (Al Balad) to Digital Art Museum (Team Lab) and Jeddah Beach, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Mecca is another favourite destination in Saudi Arabia and is around 338 kilometres south of Madinah. No journey is complete without visiting Almashar Alharam Mosque, Mecca and Masjid Al Khaif.
