Travelling from Johannesburg to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED): What you need to know
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is Johannesburg's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Johannesburg to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) departing from here.
Madinah is one hour ahead of Johannesburg. Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport is located in Madinah, which is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Johannesburg to MED. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Johannesburg to MED. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these airports:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
JNB is around 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near O.R. Tambo International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Johannesburg to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Of all flights departing from O.R. Tambo International Airport, 77.1% land on schedule at their destination.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Depending on road traffic, you can drive to HLA from the centre of Johannesburg in about 50 minutes. The airport is approximately 48 kilometres away.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Johannesburg to MED flight? Unwind in a hotel near Lanseria International Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
About Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
Have a late flight from Johannesburg to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Check in to one of these hotels near MED and shut your eyes sooner:
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 outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around four weeks before your Johannesburg to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport flight.
Getting from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to central Madinah
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to central Madinah is roughly 14 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport is R 5,906. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 8,840. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Johannesburg to MED if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your Johannesburg to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport ticket.
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Tailor your travel plans using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Johannesburg to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport.
The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
July is when most people book flights from Johannesburg to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED). Plan your visit to Madinah in April for a more low-key escape.
The warmest month in Madinah is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF). Lock in your Johannesburg to MED plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Johannesburg to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Madinah
Once you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Madinah:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Makkah and Medina, Al Masjid-e-Nabawi and Princess Sheikha Mosque are leading attractions which should be on every Madinah itinerary.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
You've seen Madinah, now it's time to explore more of Saudi Arabia. Journey about 177 kilometres west to Yanbu to tick off its must-visit sights. From Dolphin beach resort yanbu to Yanbu Historic Area and Flamingo beach, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Thinking about other well-known places to go in Saudi Arabia? Make tracks 193 kilometres south of Madinah to Rābigh. Splash Water Park is one of the highlights in the area.