Flying from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to Dubai: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Dubai is 2 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4. The city is one hour ahead of Madinah, where Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport is located.
With 24 flights a week between the two airports, Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to Dubai Airport (DXB) is the most popular route. Flydubai operates the earliest flight at 00:55. If you're eager to make the most of your day before taking off, the last flight from MED to DXB is with Emirates at 17:55.
To avoid missing your MED to Dubai flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Direct Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Dubai tickets are available for booking. Dubai Airport (DXB) is where you'll be touching down.
There's a good selection of airlines offering direct flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Dubai, such as:
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even tick off a new city. When browsing for flight tickets from MED to Dubai, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
MED is about 14 kilometres from central Madinah. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to MED? If you're boarding an early flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Dubai, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
77.98% of flights departing from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to Dubai
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Dubai flight is ج.م. 3,485. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 6,231. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To secure cheap flights from MED to Dubai, reserve your trip one month before your planned departure.
Plan your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring a bargain on Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Dubai tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from MED to Dubai by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Dubai.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Dubai. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 15 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Dubai. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Dubai Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and see more of Dubai and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Dubai Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from MED to Dubai.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Central Dubai is about 56 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). After your flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Dubai has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 45 minutes.
The journey will take about 2 hours 5 minutes on public transport.
Following your MED to Dubai flight, settle in at a hotel close to DWC. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Quicklease Car Hire, Quick Drive or Golden Key Car Hire and set off in the blink of an eye.
Score the best price by securing your ride from DWC three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dubai
Carefully consider your trip dates before securing your flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Dubai. The city buzzes in peak season, but rates are often higher and attractions can get crowded. Visit Dubai in the low season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in a Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Dubai flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 30ºC to 42ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from MED to Dubai around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Dubai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Dubai right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Dubai:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. The Dubai Mall Heart, Burj Khalifa and Desert safari tourism are leading attractions which should be on every Dubai itinerary.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Dubai is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered. About 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai, a trip to Abu Dhabi will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.
Around 113 kilometres east of Dubai, Khawr Fakkān is another favourite stop in United Arab Emirates. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Souq Sharq, Mountain Top View Point and Wadi Wurayah National Park.
