Book Cheap Flights to Medina from UK

Cheap Flights to Medina from the UK

Medina flights from London take 9-12 hours depending on your routing. The city is served by Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED), located 14km from the city centre.

Direct flights are available from Gatwick with Wizz Air UK, taking around 6 hours 20 minutes. Most connections route through Jeddah, Istanbul, Cairo. Saudia Airlines and Qatar Airways operate the most frequent services on this route.

Return fares range from £110-551 depending on season and booking timing. March, September, October typically offer the lowest fares. Ramadan, Hajj period, December-January push prices up 20-40%.

Medina operates on GMT+3 (3 hours ahead of London in winter, 2 hours in summer). UK nationals require an eVisa for tourism (90 days). Umrah visitors need specific Umrah visa. The local currency is Saudi Riyal (SAR).

Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) – Facilities & Travel Guide

Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) is the main gateway to Medina, Saudi Arabia. Located 14km from the city centre, it handles both domestic and international flights.

Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport provides standard facilities for travellers:

1. Check-in counters and self-service kiosks

2. Currency exchange and ATMs

3. Cafes, restaurants, and duty-free shops

4. Prayer rooms and rest areas

5. Wi-Fi access throughout the terminal

Getting from Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport to the city centre:

1. Taxi: Most convenient option, negotiate fare or use meter

2. Shuttle buses: Regular service to main areas

3. Car hire: Available at the terminal

4. Hotel transfers: Many hotels offer pickup service

Tips for arriving at MED:

1. Arrive 3 hours before international departures

2. Keep printed copies of visa and hotel bookings

3. Local SIM cards available at the airport

4. UK nationals require an eVisa for tourism (90 days). Umrah visitors need specific Umrah visa.

5. Local currency: Saudi Riyal (SAR)

Flight Times to Medina

Direct flights from the UK to Medina are available with Wizz Air UK. The flight time is approximately 6 hours 20 minutes from Gatwick to MED.

Connecting flights to Medina route through these hubs:

1. Via Jeddah: 9-12 hours

2. Via Istanbul: 9-12 hours

3. Via Cairo: 9-12 hours

4. Via Doha: 9-12 hours

Recommended minimum layover time is 2-3 hours for international connections. Consider:

1. Book through-tickets where possible for baggage transfer

2. Check visa requirements for transit countries

3. Allow extra time for security at connecting airports

4. Download airline apps for gate change notifications

Medina operates on GMT+3 (3 hours ahead of London in winter, 2 hours in summer). Allow time to adjust to the local schedule, especially for early morning arrivals.

Airlines Flying to Medina

Saudia Airlines

Qatar Airways

Turkish Airlines

Pegasus Airlines

EgyptAir

Wizz Air

Medina Flight Prices

Category	Period	Average Return Fares
Economy – Low Season	November – February	£420 – £560
Economy – Mid Season	March – April / October	£560 – £680
Economy – High Season	May – September	£680 – £880+
Business – Low Season	January–February	£1,700 – £2,300
Business – High Season	May – September	£2,300 – £3,100+

Booking Tips:

Book 6-8 weeks before travel to save up to 15-25%.
Avoid peak holiday periods: Prices surge by 30-50% during this time.
Fly midweek (Tue-Thu): Fares are often cheaper.
Consider one-stop flights: They can offer better value than direct flights.

Best Time to Book Medina Flights

1

Price Patterns

Prices typically drop Tuesday/Wednesday for bookings.

Best fares for Medina usually appear March, September, October.

Avoid booking during Ramadan, Hajj period, December-January unless necessary.

2

Sweet Spot

6-8 weeks before travel for best combination of availability and price. For peak season (Ramadan, Hajj period, December-January), book 10-12 weeks ahead.

3

Avoid Booking

Less than 2 weeks out (premium pricing)

During peak periods: Ramadan, Hajj period, December-January

School holiday periods if travelling with children

Things to Do in Medina

Al-Masjid an-Nabawi:

The Prophet's Mosque, second holiest site in Islam. Visitors welcome outside prayer times. The green dome marks the tomb of Prophet Muhammad.

Quba Mosque:

First mosque built in Islam, about 5km south of the city centre. Praying two rakats here equals the reward of Umrah.

Mount Uhud:

Site of the Battle of Uhud. Visitors can see the Martyrs' Cemetery. Located 5km north of the city.

Masjid al-Qiblatayn:

The mosque with two qiblas, where the direction of prayer was changed from Jerusalem to Mecca during prayers.

Date farms:

Medina produces over 100 varieties of dates. Visit farms and markets in season (August-October). Ajwa dates are the most prized.

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Mount Uhud:

Masjid al-Qiblatayn:

Date farms:

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