Travelling from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED): what you need to know
Madinah's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Madinah one hour ahead of Johannesburg.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to catch your JNB to MED flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between JNB and MED:
Cairo International Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
Currently, R 6,135 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way O.R. Tambo International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 9,488. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from JNB to MED. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across each month and snap up a great deal.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport.
Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
When it comes to O.R. Tambo International Airport's on-time performance, 77.1% of flights complete their journey on time.
O.R. Tambo International Airport is about 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport will take about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to JNB? If you're boarding an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
Consider booking a hotel near MED if you're on a late O.R. Tambo International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport rental car and explore Madinah and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Enterprise and Budget are top providers you can book with here.
To get the best deal, 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
From Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, Madinah is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes roughly 50 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
July is the most popular month for flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Madinah in April.
Before locking in your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Madinah, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 44ºC (111ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from JNB to MED in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Madinah is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Saudi Arabia you'll want to see. Around 338 kilometres south of Madinah, a trip to Jeddah will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Faisal Sports Park, Athr Gallery and Jeddah Park Fountain.
Around 338 kilometres south of Madinah, Mecca is another favourite stop in Saudi Arabia. Experience major highlights starting with View point, Pelontaran Jumrah Mina and Al Arak Park.