Flying from Ottawa to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Intl Airport (MED): What you need to know
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Intl Airport is located in Madinah. The city is in the UTC+3 timezone and is eight hours ahead of Ottawa.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Ottawa to MED. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
Travelling during a popular month like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Ottawa, YOW can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Ottawa to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Intl Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, data shows 58% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
About Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Intl Airport (MED)
Reserve a hotel close to MED if you have a late flight from Ottawa to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Intl Airport. Settle into one of these options and be in bed in no time flat:
Grab a Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Intl Airport rental car and explore Madinah and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Enterprise and Budget are top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Ottawa to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Intl Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Intl Airport (MED) to central Madinah
Central Madinah is around 14 kilometres from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Intl Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It'll take around 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Intl Airport (MED)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Intl Airport is 589 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 1.226 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Ottawa to MED. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Ottawa to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Intl Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Ottawa to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Intl Airport (MED)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Ottawa to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Intl Airport (MED). January is the busiest month to visit Madinah. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in September.
Before locking in your Ottawa to MED plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Madinah, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 44ºC (111ºF).
January has temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Ottawa to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Intl Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Madinah
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Madinah right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Ottawa to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Intl Airport:
There are plenty of fantastic things to do in Madinah when you're ready to see the sights. Head straight for Makkah and Medina followed by Al Masjid-e-Nabawi and Princess Sheikha Mosque.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Madinah has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Saudi Arabia waiting to be explored. About 177 kilometres west of Madinah, a visit to Yanbu will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Dolphin beach resort yanbu, Yanbu Historic Area and Flamingo beach.
Searching for other well-known places to go in Saudi Arabia? Head 193 kilometres south of Madinah to Rābigh. Splash Water Park is one of the highlights in this area.