Flying from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Cairo International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport.
Madinah's timezone is UTC+3, making Madinah one hour ahead of Cairo.
Flights from CAI to MED start at 00:30 — the first with EgyptAir. The last departure is at 23:40 with EgyptAir. In total, you can take your pick of 756 weekly Cairo International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International 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 will give you plenty of time to board your CAI to MED flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
With direct flights from Cairo International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport available from numerous airlines, getting to Madinah (and then other corners of Saudi Arabia) is easy. Here's who you can travel nonstop with:
The majority of passengers choose to travel with EgyptAir on this route.
Saudia ranks as the top on-time carrier for CAI to MED flights, with 85.71% of its services arriving as scheduled.
If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cairo International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between CAI and MED:
Sharm El Sheikh Airport
Hurghada International Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
₹ 7,175 is the best price for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport flight. A return flight starts at ₹ 12,343. These prices can change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from CAI to MED, reserve your journey five months before your departure.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from CAI to MED by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Cairo International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Cairo International Airport (CAI)
When it comes to Cairo International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 63.38% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Cairo International Airport from central Cairo, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near CAI:
Arriving at Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
Reserve a hotel near MED if you're on a late Cairo International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Enterprise or Budget and explore beyond Madinah's usual tourist stops.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport about four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to central Madinah
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to central Madinah has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
July is the most popular month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Madinah in April.
When reserving your flight from Cairo International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Madinah, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 44ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from CAI to MED in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC and 25ºC on average.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Madinah has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Saudi Arabia just waiting to be discovered. Around 338 kilometres south of Madinah, a trip to Jeddah will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Faisal Sports Park, Athr Gallery and Jeddah Park Fountain.
Mecca is another favourite destination in Saudi Arabia and is around 338 kilometres south of Madinah. No trip is complete without seeing View point, Pelontaran Jumrah Mina and Al Arak Park.