Travelling from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to Brussels: what you need to know
Brussels is 2 hours behind Madinah, where Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport is located. Brussels operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from MED to Brussels, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight from MED to Brussels that includes a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
To enter Belgium for tourism purposes, you will need an embassy visa if you have a passport from Saudi Arabia. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need other documents depending on the length and purpose of your visit. Always check the most recent guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Brussels.
Located around 23 kilometres from the centre of Madinah, MED can be reached in approximately 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 49 minutes.
Want a handy hotel close to MED? If you've booked an early flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Brussels, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to Brussels
C$202 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Brussels. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$442. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from MED to Brussels, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for a ticket from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Brussels.
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Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Brussels Airport (BRU) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Brussels. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 21 minutes.
It takes around 39 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Brussels, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near BRU:
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) is roughly 56 kilometres from the centre of Brussels. Once you've disembarked your flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Brussels, it'll take you around 56 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour and 37 minutes.
After your flight from MED to Brussels, tuck yourself in at a hotel near CRL. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Brussels
July is the most popular month for flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Brussels. To steer clear of the crowds, head for Brussels in February when it's quieter.
Lock in your flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Brussels for August to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 27ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -2ºC and 8ºC. Search for cheap flights from MED to Brussels sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Brussels
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Brussels right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Brussels:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Grand Place, Atomium and Manneken Pis are must-visits when exploring Brussels.
Complete your Brussels trip with a car rental
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