Flying from Mitiga Airport (MJI) to Madinah Airport (MED): what you need to know
The timezone in Madinah is UTC+3, which is one hour ahead of Tripoli.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your MJI to MED flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as December. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Pick a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from Mitiga Airport to Madinah Airport. Istanbul Airport is a popular stopover on the MJI to MED route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mitiga Airport (MJI) to Madinah Airport (MED)
At the moment, Rs63,523 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Mitiga Airport to Madinah Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs134,237. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from MJI to MED, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Mitiga Airport to Madinah Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across each month and land a great deal.
Snapping up cheap flights from MJI to MED is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Mitiga Airport to Madinah Airport.
Handy information about Mitiga Airport (MJI)
Of the flights that depart from Mitiga Airport, 55% arrive on time at their destination.
Mitiga Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Tripoli. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Need a place to stay before your flight from Mitiga Airport to Madinah Airport? Check out Al Mahary Radisson Blu Hotel, Tripoli. Catch some z's here before making your way to MJI.
Arriving at Madinah Airport (MED)
Reserve a hotel near MED if you have a late Mitiga Airport to Madinah Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Madinah Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Enterprise or Budget and explore beyond Madinah's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Madinah Airport about four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Madinah Airport (MED) to central Madinah
Madinah Airport to the centre of Madinah has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Madinah Airport (MED)
September is the busiest month for flights from Mitiga Airport to Madinah Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Madinah in March.
Lock in your flight from Mitiga Airport to Madinah Airport for August if you want to explore Madinah during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 44ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC and 25ºC. Look for cheap tickets from MJI to MED around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
You've visited Madinah, now it's time to explore more of Saudi Arabia. Travel around 338 kilometres south to Jeddah to check off its leading 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 well-known destination in Saudi Arabia and is around 338 kilometres south of Madinah. No trip is complete without visiting Almashar Alharam Mosque, Mecca and Masjid Al Khaif.
