Travelling from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED): what you need to know
The timezone in Madinah is UTC+3, which is three hours ahead of Birmingham.
Leave enough time to catch your BHX to MED flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between BHX and MED:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport flight is 134 €. A round-trip fare is currently 283 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from BHX to MED, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Of all flights departing from Birmingham International Airport, 65.48% land on schedule at their destination.
Birmingham International Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Birmingham. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near BHX. Whether you're taking an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
If you have a late Birmingham International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near MED:
Travel at your own speed with a Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Enterprise or Budget and see more of Madinah and beyond.
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Getting from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to central Madinah
From Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, Madinah is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 50 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
The quietest month for a flight from Birmingham International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Madinah based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Madinah is August, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF). Book your flights from Birmingham International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BHX to MED in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC (46ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Madinah has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Saudi Arabia just waiting to be explored. Around 338 kilometres south of Madinah, a trip to Jeddah will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Faisal Sports Park, Athr Gallery and Jeddah Park Fountain.
If you're eager to discover another side of Saudi Arabia, head for Mecca, roughly 338 kilometres south of Madinah. View point, Pelontaran Jumrah Mina and Al Arak Park are among the biggest draws.