Flying from Chicago to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED): what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Chicago to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED). O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are the main airports in Chicago.
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport is located in Madinah. The city operates in the UTC+3 timezone and is 8 hours ahead of Chicago.
To ensure you catch your flight from Chicago to MED, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
August is a busy month for air travel. If you're taking off then or during a major holiday like Christmas or Thanksgiving, be there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
We make it a breeze to book a flight from Chicago to MED that includes a stopover. To see all the options leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between ORD and MED include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The distance from central Chicago to ORD is around 40 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the best route, whether you prefer to drive or use public transport.
Catching an early flight from Chicago to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to O'Hare International Airport:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to refresh yourself with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Chicago to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, browse these options when leaving from Chicago Midway International Airport:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
You can arrive at MDW from the centre of Chicago in about 21 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 46 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not extend it with an additional night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your flight from Chicago to MED:
About Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near MED instead:
Getting from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to central Madinah
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport is approximately 23 kilometres from central Madinah. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 25 minutes.
It takes around 49 minutes to get there by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Chicago to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport from Rs140,105 or travel return from just Rs250,245. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from Chicago to MED, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool and compare the prices of tickets from Chicago to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport across each month. We've highlighted the lowest fares in green, making it easy to find a flight that fits your budget.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
July is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Chicago to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Madinah, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Madinah. The warmest month is August. Lock in your flights from Chicago to MED during then and you can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 44ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Chicago to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Madinah
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Madinah right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Chicago to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport:
One of the best ways to experience Madinah is to check out its leading attractions. Some highlights include Quba Mosque, Mount Uhud and The Seven Mosques.
Complete your Madinah trip with a car rental
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