Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED): what you need to know
Madinah's timezone is UTC+3, making Madinah three hours ahead of London.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your LHR to MED flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between LHR and MED:
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How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
Currently, R 4,209 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 8,083. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LHR to MED if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price in every month when searching for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport.
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Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
68.18% of flights departing from London Heathrow Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To get to London Heathrow Airport from central London, it takes about 55 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour on public transport.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near LHR. Whether you're boarding an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a London Heathrow Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MED instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Enterprise or Budget and find adventure across Madinah and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to central Madinah
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to the centre of Madinah has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
July is the most popular month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Madinah in April.
When booking your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Madinah, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 44ºC (111ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LHR to MED in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC (46ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
You've seen Madinah, now it's time to discover other corners of Saudi Arabia. Journey about 338 kilometres south to Jeddah to tick off its leading sights. From Faisal Sports Park to Athr Gallery and Jeddah Park Fountain, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you want to check out another major destination in Saudi Arabia, head for Mecca, roughly 338 kilometres south of Madinah. View point, Pelontaran Jumrah Mina and Al Arak Park are among the biggest draws.