Flying from London to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED): What you need to know
When planning a flight from London to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED), you'll have a good range of airports to take off from. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for your departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Madinah is three hours ahead of London. Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport is located in Madinah, which operates on the UTC+3 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from London to MED.
With more travellers during high season, it's smart to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow extra time for delays.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from London to MED that include a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between LHR and MED include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
The journey from central London to LHR takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a convenient hotel near London Heathrow Airport? If you're catching an early flight from London to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights departing from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% touch down on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Make the most of your trip with a stopover on your flight from London to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. Here's where you can connect between London Gatwick Airport and MED:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
LGW is around 80 kilometres from central London. It takes 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 30 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your London to MED flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
You can lock in a plane ticket from London to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) with a stop or two departing from Stansted Airport (STN). These are some of the most popular stopovers between STN and MED:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
STN is around 64 kilometres from central London. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Wake up, take it easy and still make your London to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Stansted Airport make departure day a breeze if you're flying out early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights arrive without delays. At STN, that figure is 64.73%.
About Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
Book a hotel close to MED if you have a late flight from London to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport rental car and explore Madinah and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Enterprise and Budget are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle around four weeks before your London to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport flight.
Getting from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to central Madinah
Central Madinah is around 14 kilometres from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research ahead of your trip.
It takes around 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
Currently, 112 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 206 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from London to MED if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest London to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport tickets across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Lock in a cheap flight from London to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport by using filters. Select your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from London to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
July is the most popular month for flights from London to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED). Plan your visit to Madinah in April if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Before locking in your London to MED plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Madinah, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 44ºC (111ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from London to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport in January when temperatures are between 8ºC (46ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Madinah
Start your Madinah trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from London to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Makkah and Medina and Al Masjid-e-Nabawi are just the start of the big attractions to put on your Madinah must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Princess Sheikha Mosque.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Yanbu is just one of the many places in Saudi Arabia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Madinah. Around 177 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Dolphin beach resort yanbu, Yanbu Historic Area and Flamingo beach.
Always wanted to visit Splash Water Park? Then find your way to Rābigh. Another favourite stop in Saudi Arabia, it's around 193 kilometres south of Madinah.