Flying from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Madinah Airport (MED): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Madinah Airport is 9 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Madinah is UTC+3, which is five hours behind Kuala Lumpur.
Flights from KUL to MED start at 06:40 — the earliest with Saudia. The last service of the day is at 17:35 with Saudia. Overall, you can take your pick of eight weekly Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Madinah Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your KUL to MED flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You can travel nonstop to Madinah, Saudi Arabia. Book a ticket with one of these carriers offering direct flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Madinah Airport:
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Malaysia Airlines.
Saudia tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for KUL to MED flights, with 85.29% of its services arriving on schedule.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Madinah Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between KUL and MED include:
Dubai Airport
Riyadh Airport
Sharjah Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Madinah Airport (MED)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Madinah Airport flight is 317 €. A round-trip fare is currently 558 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from KUL to MED by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Plan your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Madinah Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from KUL to MED by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Madinah Airport.
Handy information about Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Kuala Lumpur International Airport, data shows 59% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is approximately 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 55 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The journey on public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near KUL? If you're catching an early flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Madinah Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Madinah Airport (MED)
Reserve a hotel near MED if you're taking a late Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Madinah Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Madinah Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Enterprise or Budget and explore beyond Madinah's main sights.
Booking your ride from Madinah Airport about four weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
When to fly to Madinah Airport (MED)
The quietest month for a flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Madinah Airport is March, while September is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Madinah based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Madinah Airport for August if you'd like to visit Madinah during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from KUL to MED in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Jeddah is just one of the many places in Saudi Arabia waiting to be explored after you've seen Madinah. Around 338 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Jeddah Old Town (Al Balad), Digital Art Museum (Team Lab) and Jeddah Beach.
Mecca is another standout destination in Saudi Arabia and is around 338 kilometres south of Madinah. No trip is complete without seeing Almashar Alharam Mosque, Mecca and Masjid Al Khaif.