Flying from Borg El Arab Airport (HBE) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Borg El Arab Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 15 minutes.
Madinah's timezone is UTC+3, making Madinah one hour ahead of Alexandria.
Pack your suitcase and choose from 24 weekly Borg El Arab Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to board your HBE to MED flight.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
With direct flights from Borg El Arab Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport available through a range of airlines, flying to Madinah (and then other destinations in Saudi Arabia) is a breeze. Here's who you can travel nonstop with:
Most travellers choose to fly with EgyptAir on this route.
With 73.91% of services arriving as scheduled, EgyptAir is the most punctual carrier offering HBE to MED flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Borg El Arab Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between HBE and MED:
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Cairo International Airport
King Khaled International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Borg El Arab Airport (HBE) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
Right now, R 2,353 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Borg El Arab Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 3,792. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book six months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from HBE to MED.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Borg El Arab Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
75.72% of flights that depart Borg El Arab Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To reach Borg El Arab Airport from central Alexandria, it'll take about 50 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Got an early flight from Borg El Arab Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport? Stay somewhere close to HBE, such as Villa Mostafa Sadek, Swimming pool, Tennis & Squash - Borg ElArab Airport Alexandria. Relaxation Villa With Private Pool will also put you moments from check-in.
Arriving at Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Borg El Arab Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MED instead:
Fast-track your adventure 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.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport about four weeks before your trip.
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 around 25 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Borg El Arab Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Madinah. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Borg El Arab Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Madinah during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from HBE to MED around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Madinah is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Saudi Arabia you should also see. Around 338 kilometres south of Madinah, a visit to Jeddah will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions 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.