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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul Airport to Madinah Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 5,399. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Madinah.R 3,591 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Feb.One-way flight with Kuwait Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kuwait Airways, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 4 Feb, arriving in Madinah.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,591, select.

Madinah.R 3,632 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Sep.One-way flight with Kuwait Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kuwait Airways, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in Madinah.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,632, select.

Madinah.R 3,812 per passenger.Departing Thu, 31 Dec.One-way flight with Kuwait Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kuwait Airways, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 31 Dec, arriving in Madinah.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,812, select.

Madinah.R 3,833 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Kuwait Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kuwait Airways, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Madinah.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,833, select.

Madinah.R 3,929 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun.One-way flight with Flynas.Outbound indirect flight with Flynas, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Madinah.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,929, select.

Madinah.R 3,969 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Apr.One-way flight with Kuwait Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kuwait Airways, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 2 Apr, arriving in Madinah.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,969, select.

Madinah.R 4,004 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Jan.One-way flight with Kuwait Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kuwait Airways, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in Madinah.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,004, select.

Madinah.R 4,015 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul.One-way flight with flyadeal.Outbound indirect flight with flyadeal, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Madinah.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,015, select.

Madinah.R 4,019 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug.One-way flight with flyadeal.Outbound indirect flight with flyadeal, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Madinah.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,019, select.

Madinah.R 4,022 per passenger.Departing Wed, 31 Mar.One-way flight with Kuwait Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kuwait Airways, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 31 Mar, arriving in Madinah.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,022, select.

Madinah.R 4,751 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Nov.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Madinah.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,751, select.

Madinah.R 4,961 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 May.One-way flight with Kuwait Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kuwait Airways, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 28 May, arriving in Madinah.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,961, select.

Madinah.R 5,370 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Dec.One-way flight with Saudia.Outbound direct flight with Saudia departs from Istanbul on Fri, 18 Dec, arriving in Madinah.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,370, select.

Madinah.R 5,376 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Sep.One-way flight with Saudia.Outbound direct flight with Saudia departs from Istanbul on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Madinah.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,376, select.

Madinah.R 5,384 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 Jan.One-way flight with Saudia.Outbound direct flight with Saudia departs from Istanbul on Sun, 10 Jan, arriving in Madinah.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,384, select.

Madinah.R 5,409 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Oct.One-way flight with Saudia.Outbound direct flight with Saudia departs from Istanbul on Sat, 24 Oct, arriving in Madinah.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,409, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Madinah

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Direct flights from Istanbul to Madinah

Istanbul to Madinah: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Istanbul to Madinah below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Madinah.

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Istanbul to Madinah: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	R 3,591
Cheapest month to fly	February
Average flight time	3 hrs, 35 mins
Most popular airline	Turkish Airlines
Average flights per week	49

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Madinah: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Istanbul to Madinah?

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Madinah is R 4,124. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Istanbul to Madinah?

3 hours and 35 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Madinah.

Which airlines fly direct from Istanbul to Madinah?

Turkish Airlines, Saudia and Corendon Airlines fly direct from Istanbul to Madinah.

How many flights are there a week from Istanbul to Madinah?

As of June 2026, there are 49 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Madinah.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Madinah?

The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Madinah is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Madinah Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Madinah Airport on Friday, 16 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Istanbul Airport to Madinah Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 35 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Madinah?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Madinah but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Madinah?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Madinah is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Istanbul Airport to Madinah with?

Currently, Saudia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Madinah.

Travelling from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Madinah Airport (MED): what you need to know

Jump on a direct flight from Istanbul Airport to Madinah Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 25 minutes.
Istanbul and Madinah are in the UTC+3 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Choose from 35 weekly Istanbul Airport to Madinah Airport flights. The 00:45 departure with Turkish Airlines is the earliest available. Turkish Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 21:10.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to catch your IST to MED flight.
Flying during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Turkish Airlines offers direct flights from Istanbul Airport to Madinah Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Madinah — and maybe even more of Saudi Arabia if your schedule allows.
Turkish Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Istanbul Airport to Madinah Airport. These are the top stopovers between IST and MED:
- Jeddah Airport
- Cairo Airport
- Amman Queen Alia Airport

Handy information about Istanbul Airport (IST)

Central Istanbul to Istanbul Airport is approximately 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to IST? If you've booked an early flight from Istanbul Airport to Madinah Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Madinah Airport (MED)

The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Istanbul Airport to Madinah Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MED instead:
Explore without limits with a Madinah Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Enterprise or Budget and find adventure across Madinah and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Madinah Airport around four weeks ahead of your trip.

When to fly to Madinah Airport (MED)

It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Istanbul Airport to Madinah Airport. September is the most popular month to head to Madinah. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Istanbul Airport to Madinah Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Madinah, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 44ºC (111ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from IST to MED in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.

Explore more of Saudi Arabia

Madinah has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Saudi Arabia waiting to be explored. Around 338 kilometres south of Madinah, a trip to Jeddah will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Jeddah Old Town (Al Balad), Digital Art Museum (Team Lab) and Jeddah Beach.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Saudi Arabia, head for Mecca, about 338 kilometres south of Madinah. Almashar Alharam Mosque, Mecca and Masjid Al Khaif are highlights.