Flying from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED): what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for around 3 hours 26 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. Madinah and Istanbul share the same timezone (UTC+3).
Each week, there are 9 flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. To take off early, take the 01:45 flynas flight. If you're keen to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight from SAW to MED is 23:10 with Pegasus.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're traveling during a peak period in general.
Getting to Madinah (and then exploring more of Saudi Arabia!) is a breeze with Turkish Airlines. This popular carrier runs direct flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport.
If you'd like a stopover for your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. These are the top stopovers between SAW and MED:
King Khaled International Airport
Cairo International Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Remember, you may need a visa to enter Saudi Arabia. Visa regulations can vary and travel documentation requirements frequently change. Before organizing your cheap ticket from SAW to MED, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
C$114 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. A return flight starts from C$243. These prices can change depending on demand.
Book 9 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from SAW to MED.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
Create a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from SAW to MED. There's no need to check back in every day to see if airfares have fallen. We'll update you when there's a change in price.
Take advantage of filters to find the best journey for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Located around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul, Sabiha Gokcen International Airport can be reached in approximately 57 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to SAW? If you're on an early flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near MED:
Getting from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to central Madinah
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport is approximately 23 kilometres from central Madinah. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 25 minutes.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 49 minutes.
When to fly to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
The quietest month for a flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Madinah based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Madinah, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 44ºC.
Search for cheap flight tickets from SAW to MED in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Madinah
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the best places to stay in Madinah right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from SAW to MED:
Every great vacation has to include a little sightseeing. Quba Mosque, Mount Uhud and The Seven Mosques are must-have experiences during your Madinah visit.
Complete your Madinah trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport — next on the list is finding a great stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Madinah.
