Travelling from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED): what you need to know
The timezone in Madinah is UTC+3, which is seven hours ahead of New York.
Leave plenty of time to catch your EWR to MED flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Newark Liberty International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. These are the top stopovers between EWR and MED:
Dubai Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Cairo International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Newark Liberty International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport flight is R 6,183. A round-trip ticket is currently R 11,996. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from EWR to MED. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
73.3% of flights that take off from Newark Liberty International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central New York to Newark Liberty International Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey on public transport usually takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near EWR. Whether you've booked an early flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
If you're landing on a late Newark Liberty International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near MED:
Travel at your own pace with a Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Enterprise or Budget and experience more of Madinah and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport about four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to central Madinah
From Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, Madinah is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
July is the most popular month for flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Madinah in April.
The warmest month in Madinah is August, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF). Book your flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from EWR to MED in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC (46ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Madinah has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Saudi Arabia just waiting to be discovered. About 338 kilometres south of Madinah, a visit to Jeddah will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Faisal Sports Park, Athr Gallery and Jeddah Park Fountain.
Around 338 kilometres south of Madinah, Mecca is another essential stop in Saudi Arabia. Start your sightseeing at View point, Pelontaran Jumrah Mina and Al Arak Park.