Flying from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): what you need to know
A direct flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport takes on average 2 hours 40 minutes. The timezone in Abu Dhabi is UTC+4, so it's 1 hour ahead of Madinah.
For the first departure, jump on the 06:10 flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. If you'd like to leave later, the latest flight departs at 21:45. With 76 weekly flights from MED to AUH, you can pick the timing that best suits you.
Travelling over a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between MED and AUH are:
Kuwait International Airport
Hamad International Airport
King Khaled International Airport
To find out whether you need a visa to enter United Arab Emirates, check with your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll give you the latest information, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from MED to AUH.
How to find the cheapest flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport is 66 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 129 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from MED to AUH by booking 8 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
April is the cheapest month for tickets from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Use filters to find the ideal trip for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
The journey from central Madinah to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport takes approximately 49 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Taking an early flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to MED:
Arriving at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Book a hotel near AUH if you're taking a late flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
From Abu Dhabi International Airport, Abu Dhabi is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes about 1 hour and 28 minutes.
When to fly to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
August is the most popular month for flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Abu Dhabi in April.
The warmest month in Abu Dhabi is July, with temperatures ranging between 29ºC and 43ºC. Lock in your flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MED to AUH in January. Temperatures average between 14ºC and 25ºC then.
More about Abu Dhabi
Start your Abu Dhabi trip right by finding a wonderful stay. Once you've booked your flight from MED to AUH, explore our accommodation options including:
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Emirates Palace, Dubai are a couple of big attractions to add to your Abu Dhabi itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Qasr Al Watan.
Complete your Abu Dhabi trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Abu Dhabi International Airport, explore the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Abu Dhabi trip.