Flying from Istanbul to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED): what you need to know
Istanbul has two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Istanbul to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) flying out of Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Expect to be in the air for 3 hours 31 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Istanbul to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport.
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport is located in Madinah. The city's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Istanbul.
With 41 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 00:50. If you'd like to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight from IST to MED is with Pegasus Airlines at 23:10.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Istanbul to MED.
Popular months like August or other busy periods mean longer lines and potential delays. Get a head start by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Take the express route from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Direct flights from Istanbul to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) are available from here.
You can get away on a direct flight from Istanbul to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport with Saudia. This leading airline offers services from IST.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight from Istanbul to MED that includes a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between IST and MED include:
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
IST is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will show you the quickest route and available public transport options.
Catching an early flight from Istanbul to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Looking for other options for a direct flight from Istanbul to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)? Check out the fares flying out of Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Top airlines that offer direct flights from Istanbul to MED leaving from SAW include:
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Istanbul to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you'd like to do, here's where you can stop between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and MED:
Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in around 1 hour and 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 57 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not book an extra night away? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your flight from Istanbul to MED:
About Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Istanbul to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MED instead:
Getting from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to central Madinah
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to the centre of Madinah takes around 25 minutes in a car. It's approximately 23 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
It takes roughly 49 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
Book a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport from Rs22,547 or travel return from just Rs45,700. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
8 months before your departure is the best time to find cheap tickets from Istanbul to MED.
To snag the lowest price on your tickets from Istanbul to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, book your trip for May (it has the cheapest flights). Have flexibility with your dates? Use the 'Whole month' search function to zero in on the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
April is the quietest time of year to travel to Madinah. Alternatively, join the crowds and get away in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Madinah. August is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Istanbul to MED sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 44ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 8ºC and 25ºC. Look for cheap flights from Istanbul to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Madinah
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Madinah right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Istanbul to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport:
Quba Mosque and Mount Uhud are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Madinah itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to The Seven Mosques.
Complete your Madinah trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Madinah and see the city at your own pace. Easily compare rates from trusted rental companies in one go after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Istanbul to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport.