Flying from Madinah Airport (MED) to Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Madinah Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport.
Madinah and Istanbul are in the UTC+3 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Each week, there are 14 Madinah Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your MED to SAW flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as September? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can travel nonstop to Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey). Jet off with one of these airlines offering direct flights from Madinah Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport:
AJet is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Flynas stands out as the most punctual carrier for MED to SAW flights, with 81.16% 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 Madinah Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between MED and SAW include:
Jeddah Airport
Cairo Airport
Ankara Esenboga Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madinah Airport (MED) to Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)
86 € is the best price for a one-way Madinah Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport flight. A return flight starts at 174 €. These prices may change based on demand.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MED to SAW. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Madinah Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Madinah Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport.
Handy information about Madinah Airport (MED)
74% of flights that depart Madinah Airport reach their destination on time.
To get to Madinah Airport from central Madinah, it takes around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Madinah Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to MED:
Arriving at Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Madinah Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SAW instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Istanbul Sabiha Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and see more of Istanbul and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Istanbul Sabiha Airport about four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Sabiha Airport to central Istanbul has a drive time of about 1 hour 5 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)
The quietest month for a flight from Madinah Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Istanbul based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Madinah Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MED to SAW in January. Average temperatures are between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've done Istanbul, now it's time to discover other parts of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel about 354 kilometres east to Ankara to tick off its top sights. From The Roman Theatre to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Izmir is another standout destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No journey is complete without seeing Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.






