Travelling from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Dubai Airport.
Dubai is one hour ahead of Madinah and is in the UTC+4 timezone.
You can choose from 205 weekly Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Dubai Airport flights. The 00:55 departure with flydubai is the earliest you can take. Flynas operates the last service of the day at 19:30.
To ensure you catch your MED to DXB flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
With direct flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Dubai Airport available through a range of airlines, getting to Dubai (and then other corners of United Arab Emirates) is a snap. You can travel nonstop with:
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Emirates on this route.
With a reliable 98.04% of services arriving as planned, flynas is the most punctual carrier for MED to DXB flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Dubai Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between MED and DXB:
Bahrain International Airport
Kuwait International Airport
King Khaled International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
73 € is the best price for a one-way Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Return flights start at 149 €. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Book six months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MED to DXB.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Dubai Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from MED to DXB.
Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Dubai Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
Of the departures from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, 77.98% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Madinah to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport is around 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near MED. Whether you've booked an early flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Dubai Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
Consider staying in a hotel close to DXB if you have a late Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Dubai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and explore beyond Dubai's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from Dubai Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
From Dubai Airport, Dubai is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
The quietest month for a flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Dubai Airport is April, while January is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Dubai based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Lock in your flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Dubai Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MED to DXB sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Sharjah is just one of the many cities in United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Dubai. Around 23 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.
Around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai, Abu Dhabi is another essential stop in United Arab Emirates. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.
