Flying from Istanbul to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports to choose from in Istanbul. Check out your options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when booking your flight from Istanbul to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED).
The average duration of a direct Istanbul to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport flight is 3 hours 25 minutes.
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport is located in Madinah. The city's timezone is UTC+3 — the same as Istanbul.
With 27 direct flights a week between the two airports, Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) is the most popular route. Turkish Airlines operates the earliest flight at 12:45am. If you'd like to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last departure from IST to MED is with Turkish Airlines at 9:10pm.
To ensure you catch your flight from Istanbul to MED, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) leave from this terminal.
You can travel on a direct flight from Istanbul to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport with Turkish Airlines. This popular airline operates services from IST.
Most passengers choose to fly with Turkish Airlines from IST to MED.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Istanbul to MED. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
IST is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 45 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Istanbul to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
You can book a direct Istanbul to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) flight ticket out of Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Check if flying out of SAW makes more sense for your journey.
When jetting off from SAW, you can pick from a variety of airlines that operate direct flights from Istanbul to MED. Cruise through the sky with these preferred carriers:
AJet ranks number one in bookings on the SAW to MED route.
Want a carrier that consistently lands on time? Choose flynas. 83.33% of its flights between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport arrive on schedule.
Break up your flight from Istanbul to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and MED include:
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
SAW is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take 55 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Istanbul to MED flight? Relax in a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76.93%.
About Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Istanbul to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near MED:
Grab a Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport rental car and discover Madinah and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Enterprise and Budget are well-known companies you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Istanbul to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport flight.
Getting from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to central Madinah
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to the centre of Madinah is around 14 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary based on traffic and the time of day.
It takes roughly 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
At the moment, Rs23,324 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs50,839. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Istanbul to MED if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
April is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED), while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Madinah based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Istanbul to MED flight ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Madinah, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 44ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC and 25ºC.
More about Madinah
After booking your flight from Istanbul to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Madinah:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Makkah and Medina, Al Masjid-e-Nabawi and Princess Sheikha Mosque are attractions you won't want to skip in Madinah.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
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Ever wanted to explore Splash Water Park? Then find your way to Rābigh. Another worthwhile stop in Saudi Arabia, it's located roughly 193 kilometres south of Madinah.