Travelling from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED): what you need to know
The timezone in Madinah is UTC+3, which is three hours ahead of Glasgow.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to board your GLA to MED flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as June? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Opt for a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Glasgow International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. Hurghada International Airport is a top stopover on the GLA to MED route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Glasgow International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport flight is Rs55,423. A return fare is currently Rs106,616. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from GLA to MED. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Glasgow International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
70.07% of flights that take off from Glasgow International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central Glasgow to Glasgow International Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a trip time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Need a handy hotel near GLA? If you've booked an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Glasgow International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MED instead:
Grab a Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport rental car and discover Madinah and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Enterprise and Budget are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport about four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to central Madinah
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport is roughly 23 kilometres from the centre of Madinah. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
It takes roughly 50 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
The quietest month for a flight from Glasgow International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Madinah based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport for August if you want to explore Madinah during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 44ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GLA to MED in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC and 25ºC then.
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